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Writer's pictureKimberly Winters

Recipe - Chia Pudding



I have been struggling with breakfast lately. I've eaten a lot of overnight oats in the last 5 years, so much, that I need a break. I had started making steel cut oats, which I LOVE, but currently, I find myself facing terrible heartburn when I eat them. So, I've been trying to find an easy (like, super easy) breakfast that will help me feel satisfied and I know I can commit to making regularly.


Enter - Chia Pudding.


My husband, JP, loves to put chia seeds in his smoothies, I don't care for the texture it creates so I was a bit hesitant, I admit, to give this a try. After one meal, I was in love. The flavor of chia is mild so you really get to experience whatever you top it with. The texture is lovely too, so creamy, with a pleasant crunch. Reminiscent of eating kiwi seeds (though sadly without that amazing sweetness that comes with kiwi seeds.) This pudding is interesting, EASY, and versatile. Even with a family this is super easy. Instead of making all servings together, make individual servings in small jars/containers and let your family choose their own toppings.


Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 4 TB chia seeds

  • 1 cup soy milk (or preferred plant milk)

  • Topping - fruit, coconut flakes, chocolate chips (the sky is the limit here)

  • 1 tsp sweetener (quality maple syrup, agave nectar...optional)

Directions:

  • Add chia seeds, milk, and sweetener (if using) to a container/jar/anything with a top you can close

  • Stir well until no longer clumpy

  • Let rest for 3 minutes

  • Stir again to ensure all clumps are gone

  • Place in fridge overnight

  • Top with fruit, nuts, cacao powder, chocolate chips...etc. and enjoy!

This makes 2 servings which will keep in the fridge for up to 7 days.


Variations:

  • Tropical - crushed canned pineapple with coconut flakes

  • S'mores - crushed vegan graham crackers, vegan chocolate chips or cacao powder, drizzle of quality maple syrup

  • Almond Joy - cacao powder, coconut flakes, chopped raw almonds

  • Berry Blast - strawberries, blueberries, black berries, raspberries (if not in season, thaw frozen berries and toss 'em in!)

  • Jersey Summer - sliced peaches (double points for you if you grill them first), drizzle of quality maple syrup

  • Pumpkin Pie - canned pumpkin, pumpkin pie spice, drizzle of quality maple syrup

Have you made this? Comment below and let me know what you thought, I'd love it if you shared a photo too. What changes did you make? I love how versatile this recipe is, get creative!


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veguc8ng
04 jul 2022

I make it frequently. Sometimes I add raw cacao powder to the mixture and some cinnamon and vanilla powder (liquid also works). I top with sliced bananas and a few nuts and seeds, whatever I have on hand. Makes a great dessert, too!

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veguc8ng
04 jul 2022
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I also use a fork instead of a spoon, when I stir the chia seeds into the milk. Less surface for them to stick to.

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kimberly
04 jul 2022

I have a whole bag of chia my Uber healthy son bought I don't know what to do with. This recipe looks divine. Must try the tropical!

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Kimberly Winters
Kimberly Winters
04 jul 2022
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Yes! That’s the one I had this morning!

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Invitado
03 jul 2022

I am planning to try this tomorrow! Looks to be both simple and yummy!

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Kimberly Winters
Kimberly Winters
04 jul 2022
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Awesome, enjoy!!

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katbooksonline
03 jul 2022

The pumpkin pie variation looks like it will be delicious!

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Kimberly Winters
Kimberly Winters
04 jul 2022
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Oh yeah, SO good!

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