Description
A delicious and healthy dessert made with chia seeds and blueberries, perfect for breakfast or a sweet treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1 cup almond milk (or any plant-based milk of your choice)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (or sweetener of choice)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (or sweetener of choice)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)
- Fresh blueberries (for garnish, optional)
- Granola or shredded coconut (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine the blueberries and maple syrup. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes, until the blueberries soften and release their juice.
- If desired, mash the blueberries with a fork or blend them to your desired consistency for a smoother sauce.
- For added tartness, stir in a teaspoon of lemon juice, if desired. Remove from heat and let it cool.
- In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the almond milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
- Stir in the chia seeds, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the liquid.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the chia seeds to absorb the liquid and form a thick pudding.
- Once the chia pudding has set, stir it well and spoon it into serving glasses or bowls.
- Top each serving with a spoonful of blueberry sauce and garnish with fresh blueberries, granola, or shredded coconut for added texture and flavor.
- Serve chilled and enjoy this refreshing and healthy dessert or breakfast!
Notes
- Adjust sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup based on your preference.
- For a creamier pudding, blend the almond milk before mixing in the chia seeds.
- This pudding can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Refrigeration
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg