Chia seed, your choice of milk and flavoring. Let it sit
overnight.
That easy. REALLY!
Chia seeds have been a staple in countries for
centuries. For many of us it is a new super food like quinoa. The Mayans
and Aztecs knew what they were doing!
Chia seeds are high in Omega 3's, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. They
are seeds, so they have fat but the good kind since it is from a vegetable
source. The fiber helps with a feeling of satiety - ability of food to
satisfy.They are high in calcium, manganese, and phosphorus.
- Manganese - healthy bones, bone metabolism, fertility, processing of nutrients
- Calcium - healthy bones
- Potassium - protein building, electrolyte
& fluid balance, muscular contractions, nerve impulses
The benefits are numerous.
The outer shell of the chia seed swells,
absorbing the liquid in the milk creating a pudding like texture. They are also
a great replacement for eggs in recipes like flax seed but the advantage is
chia seeds don't need to be ground.
Chia seed pudding is a quick and easy dessert
to make that is full of the health benefits listed above. It is versatile as
you can choose the flavoring you want to suit your mood. I like
making it in individual containers but you can just put in one big one and
serve. I don't use any sweetener and then feel less guilty when it is a meal
replacement. Adding fresh fruit or a dollop of preserves on the top
can also add sweetness to the pudding.
Chia Seed Pudding
3 c cashew milk (almond milk, soy milk, coconut milk, pistachio milk, regular milk)
1 T flavoring - vanilla, almond extract, amaretto, preserves...and/or3/4 t spice - pumpkin pie, cinnamon, cardamom,...1 T sweetener - maple syrup, agave syrup, honey (vary amount to taste)1/3 c chia seeds6 t preserves or fresh berries
Mix the ingredients together well. Put in one large container and let it set in the fridge for 4 hours or overnight.
Optional - add 3T cocoa powder to make it a chocolate pudding!
Difficulty level: easy
Serves 6
1 T flavoring - vanilla, almond extract, amaretto, preserves...and/or3/4 t spice - pumpkin pie, cinnamon, cardamom,...1 T sweetener - maple syrup, agave syrup, honey (vary amount to taste)1/3 c chia seeds6 t preserves or fresh berries
Mix the ingredients together well. Put in one large container and let it set in the fridge for 4 hours or overnight.
Optional - add 3T cocoa powder to make it a chocolate pudding!
Difficulty level: easy
Serves 6
Prep Time: 10 min
Wait time: up to 4 hours
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