Step 1

Add strawberries, milk (1 cup), yogurt (1 cup), vanilla extract (1 teaspoon), and maple syrup (1/4 cup) to a medium bowl. Use an immersion blender to purée until smooth (alternatively, use a standing blender and transfer to a medium bowl).

Step 2

Add chia seeds (1/2 cup). Stir to mix well.

Step 3

Refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight), or until chia seeds have gelled and the mixture reaches a thick pudding-like consistency (see notes).

Step 4

Serve, garnished with fresh strawberries or other fruit and/or whipped cream, if desired.