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Easy Chia Seed Pudding Recipe: Healthy Breakfast or Snack Idea

Chia pudding is a nutritious and delicious treat that can be enjoyed for breakfast, as a snack, or even as a healthy dessert. This recipe is simple to make and can be customized with your favourite toppings.
Servings 2 people
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup chia seeds
  • 1 cup almond milk or any milk of your choice
  • 1-2 tablespoons maple syrup adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract optional
  • A pinch of salt

Toppings (Optional):

  • Fresh berries e.g., strawberries, blueberries, raspberries
  • Sliced bananas
  • Chopped nuts e.g., almonds, walnuts
  • Shredded coconut
  • Drizzle of maple syrup
  • Granola

Instructions

  • Mix the Liquid:
    In a mixing bowl, combine the almond milk, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract (if using), and a pinch of salt. Stir until everything is well combined.
  • Add Chia Seeds:
    Add the chia seeds to the liquid mixture. Stir thoroughly to ensure the chia seeds are evenly distributed. You may notice clumps at first, but these will dissolve as the chia seeds absorb the liquid.
  • Set Aside and Stir:
    After stirring, let the mixture sit for 5-10 minutes. Then, give it another good stir to break up any clumps. This step prevents clumping as the chia seeds gel.
  • Refrigerate:
    Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate the mixture for at least 2-3 hours or overnight. During this time, the chia seeds will absorb the liquid and form a pudding-like consistency.
  • Check and Adjust:
    After refrigeration, give the chia pudding a final stir. If it's too thick for your liking, you can add a little more almond milk to achieve your desired consistency.
  • Serve and Add Toppings:
    Spoon the chia pudding into serving dishes or jars. Top with your choice of fresh berries, sliced bananas, layer of fruit puree (which is simply fresh strawberries or mango pureed in food processor),chopped nuts, granola ,shredded coconut, and a drizzle of honey or maple syrup.
  • Enjoy:
    Your homemade chia pudding is ready to be savoured. It's a versatile treat that you can enjoy for breakfast, as a healthy snack, or as a dessert.

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Notes

TIPS
Feel free to get creative with your chia pudding by adding ingredients like cocoa powder for chocolate flavour, matcha powder for a green tea twist, or a dollop of yogurt for creaminess. Chia pudding is not only tasty but also packed with fibre, omega-3 fatty acids, and essential nutrients.
The total servings for this recipe can be adjusted based on your preference. The standard recipe provided yields 2 servings, but you can easily double or halve the ingredients to make more or fewer servings as needed.
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: dessert, vegan, Wholesome On-the-Go Breakfast