If you’re seeking a hassle-free and nutritious dish, chia pudding is an excellent choice. Here’s what you’ll need to whip up a basic yet delightful batch.
Ingredients:
- Chia seeds: A superfood that serves as the base of the pudding, offering fiber and omega-3 fatty acids.
- Milk: Choose from dairy or plant-based options like almond, coconut, or soy milk.
- Sweetener (optional): Add according to your preference; options include honey, maple syrup, or a sugar substitute.
- Toppings: Customize your pudding with additions like fresh fruits, nuts, or a sprinkle of cinnamon to add flavor and texture. You can really go nuts here with whatever you’d like. Greek yogurt also tastes great as a layer on top!
- Flavor Enhancers (optional): Boost the taste with a splash of vanilla extract or a pinch of salt.
Instructions:
- In a bowl, combine the chia seeds and milk, stirring well to prevent clumps. The ratio is generally 4 parts milk to 1 part chia seeds.
- Sweeten your mixture, if desired, with your chosen sweetener.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the chia seeds to expand and the pudding to thicken.
- Before serving, give it a good stir and top with your chosen toppings and flavor enhancers.
- Enjoy as a refreshing breakfast, a satisfying snack, or a healthy dessert.
Tips
- Do this at night so you wake up in the morning with breakfast already made for you! The best part is that this will keep you full well into lunch and the Omega-3s from the chia seeds will keep your brain sharp.
- The best part about Chia pudding is there are so many ways to make this fancy and yummy while still being insanely easy to make. Don’t hold back on testing out different toppings and added flavors!
