Chia pudding is simple to make for breakfast or a snack.

About Chia Seeds

Chia seeds are tiny black, brown or white seeds that are often referred to as a superfood. They are quite bland in taste which means they readily take on the flavour of whatever you put them in.

When put into liquid like water, juice or a smoothie, chia seeds absorb the liquid and a gelatinous coating forms around each seed creating a chia gel that can be used in a variety of ways.

These gluten-free seeds are rich in omega-3, protein, fibre (soluble and insoluble) plus vitamins & minerals including calcium, potassium, and magnesium.

Chia Pudding

Chia pudding is simply chia seeds, liquid and flavouring, and can be quite filling. A little goes a long way! It takes just a few minutes to make and can be stored in the fridge for a couple of days.

Why make chia pudding?

• The flavour combinations endless! Are strawberries in season? Make a simple strawberry jam and add it to your base. Do you want something seasonal? Add in some cooked, pureed pumpkin and pumpkin pie spice for some warming fall flavours.
• Chia pudding is a great portable snack to take to work or school. I like to use small mason jars or recycled yogurt pots - they hold just the right amount for a filling snack.
• Chia pudding is quite filling.

Customizing your Chia Pudding

• Chia pudding is very versatile and can be customized to your personal taste. I like to make a batch of chia gel with chia seeds & water and keep that in my fridge for a couple of days to make chia pudding or add to smoothies.
• If you prefer a smoother texture simply blend your chia pudding.
• Make a couple of different flavours and layer them together for a bright, healthy and tasty snack.

Try out one of the variations below or make your own and share your favourite in the comments below!

• Add cacao powder for a chocolate pudding.
• Mix fruit puree, chopped fresh or dried fruit into the basic chia pudding.
• Stir in some matcha powder.
• Keep the base the same and switch out the spices.

Chia Pudding

A simple, make ahead chia pudding that is great for breakfast or a snack. Use this basic recipe to build your own varieties of chia pudding.

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Prep Time 15 mins

Total Time 1 hr 15 mins

Servings 2 servings

Equipment

• small mixing bowl
• Measuring cups
• Measuring spoons

Ingredients

 

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• 1 cup water
• ¼ cup chia seeds
• ½ cup coconut milk (can use almond milk or any other non-dairy milk preferred)
• 2 - 3 tsps date paste (alternative sweetener options: 2 tsp honey or maple syrup)
• ¼ tsp vanilla powder or extract

Instructions

 

• Add chia seeds to the water and stir. Let sit to gel, 15 minutes to overnight.
• Add all remaining ingredients and stir to combine.
• Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Notes

This is a basic chia pudding recipe. Add fruit, fruit puree, nuts, seeds or spices for variety.

For a smoother pudding, blend everything until chia seeds are broken down into a smooth and creamy texture (about 2 minutes).

Nutrition

Calories: 215kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 5gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 1gSodium: 17mgPotassium: 211mgFiber: 7gVitamin A: 11IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 148mgIron: 4mg

Cuisine American

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