Chia seed pudding can be a great breakfast food, a satisfying and nutritious snack during the day, or a delicious dessert. Chia seeds are full of omega-3 fatty acids which are good for your heart and for decreasing inflammation.
Here are a couple of recipes to try:
| Blueberry Pudding 1 cup milk 1/4 cup chia seeds 1 tablespoon honey 1/4 cup raspberries 1/4 cup blueberries In a bowl combine chia seeds, milk and honey. Let sit for about 3 minutes, stir occasionally, add fruit and enjoy now or portion a larger batch into smaller containers. | Strawberry Banana Pudding 1 cup milk 1/4 cup chia seeds 1 Tbs pure maple syrup 1/4 cup sliced strawberries 1/4 cup sliced bananas In a bowl combine chia seeds, milk and maple syrup. Let sit for about 3 minutes, stir occasionally, add fruit and enjoy now or portion a larger batch into smaller containers |
You can be creative and customize your pudding. Try the chia seed pudding formula chart below:
Chia Seed Pudding Formula Chart
| Base 1 cup | Chia Seeds 1/4 cup | Sweetener 1 Tbs | Toppings 1/2 cup |
| Almond milk Soy milk Rice milk (or other milk of your choosing) | Chia seeds | Date syrup Maple syrup Honey Stevia Agave nectar (or other sweetener of your choosing) | Strawberries Blueberries Raspberries Almond slivers Cinnamon Sliced Banana (or other fruit and toppings of your choosing) |
Recipe from The Ultimate Meal Preparation Guide