What is Chia Seed Pudding and 30+ Easy and Quick Recipes For You To Try At Home

With the fast pace our lives have taken nowadays, it has become a common practice for people to skip breakfast, or to grab a quick bite of sugary cereals, or carb rich toast and butter. Findings show that the number of Americans eating a morning meal is receding by the year. It is no wonder that health experts are constantly reminding us about the benefits of eating breakfast

• Metabolism boost – Determines the speed of our metabolism for entire day
• Energy boost – The first meal after 8-hour sleep, determines our day
• Prevents overeating as it helps portion your meals
• Improves focus – Provides energy needed to sharpen our focus
• Helps regulate weight

However, not any breakfast will have the benefits listed. It is equally important that the first meal of the day includes all the nutrients needed for a healthy start.

Chia seed pudding is great option for breakfast as it is extremely nutritious as it is rich in fiber and antioxidants. Another great benefit of this nutritious meal is that it takes only 10 minutes to prepare, and you can always prepare it the night before, therefore it leaves no excuse to skip breakfast.

What is Chia seeds?

Originally grown in Mexico, Salvia hispanica, more commonly known as Chia, is an annual herb of the mint family. Due to their nutritional value and numerous health benefits chia seeds have made it to the list of superfoods. Food for strength and endurance, (in Mayan language, “chia” means “strength”), chia seeds are high in dietary fiber, protein, Omega-3 fatty acids, omega-6 fatty acids and vitamins A, B and D, magnesium, calcium, copper, potassium, phosphorous and zinc.

Health benefits of chia seeds

It has been scientifically approved that when regularly consumed, chia seeds, due to their numerous healthy nutrients, provide a great number of health benefits, some of which are:

Lower risk of heart disease

Being rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, chia seeds aid in lowering blood pressure, reducing risks of inflammation and reducing bad cholesterol, all of which pose a threat for developing heart conditions. A research shows that in combination with nopal, soy, oat, and inulin, dietary intake of chia seeds significantly helps decrease values of LDL cholesterol in patients suffering from hypercholesterolemia. Additionally, the dietary combination has also caused significant decrease in blood pressure, total body weight and BMI.

Skin aging prevention

A 2014 research showed high antioxidant capacity of chia seeds as they were able to stop close to 70% of free radical activity. This quality makes chia seeds extremely effective with skin repair systems and prevention of premature skin aging.

Lower risk of diabetes

Chia seeds are rich in fiber and alpha-linolenic acid, which makes them efficient in preventing and battling diabetes. Two studies have shown that chia seeds can help prevent two major factors for the development of diabetes – dyslipidemia and insuline resistance.

Improved digestive health

High concentration of fiber in chia seeds makes it benefitial for digestive health as it controls insulin levels, regulates bowel and controls appetite.

Improved bone structure

Chia seeds are rich in calcium, magnesium, protein and phosphorous, all of which help preserve healthy bone structure. Chia seeds are especially recommended as a great replacement for people who don’t eat dairy products.

Muscle gain

As previously mentioned, chia seeds are rich in protein which is the number one aid for building lean muscle.

Weight loss

Regular chia seeds dietary consumption can help in the weight loss process. High zinc concentration helps to produce leptin – a key hormone that regulates appetite.

Prevents breast and cervical cancer

A 2013 research has shown that alpha lineic acid, an Omega-3 fatty acid chia seeds are rich in, can reduce the growth of breast and cervical cancer cells.

Why choose chia seed pudding for breakfast?

Chia seed pudding is an excellent and healthy breakfast choice even for the busiest among us as it

• takes less than 10 minutes to prepare
• can be eaten on the go
• can be prepared the night before

How long can you store them?

Another great benefit of this powerful breakfast choice is that you can make plenty of chia seed pudding at the weekend and store it in the refrigerator so that you can enjoy healthy breakfast for five days.

How to make basic chia seed pudding

There are plenty of variations and flavors you can make your chia seed pudding in as you will see from the recipe recommendations later, but for now, let’s focus on how to make the basic one.

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups almond, coconut or low fat milk
• 1/3 cup chia seed
• 2 tbsp. honey

Preparation

• mix all ingredients in a pint jar
• cover the jar with a lid and shake well
• leave in a fridge for about an hour, shake again
• eave in a fridge for 4 hours, or overnight before serving

Now that you have covered the basic recipe, you can experiment by adding different fruits (bananas, oranges, or pears), different sweeteners (instead of honey, you can add maple syrup or agave), and nuts (pistachios, macadamia nuts, almonds).

30 Recipes for chia seed pudding

Aside from being super easy to make and having amazing health benefits, chia seed pudding is a breakfast choice for so many as it can mix well with almost any ingredient to get the flavor you like by simply topping or sprinkling the base with different fruits, nuts or powder. Here are 30 delicious recipes for chia seed pudding. Bon appetite!

1. Chocolate chia seed pudding

Creamy, gluten free and delicious, chocolate chia seed pudding is great option for desert-like breakfast.

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cup almond milk
• 1/3 cup chia seeds
• 1/4 cup cacao or unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2-5 tbsp maple syrup
• 1/2 tsp ground
• 1/4 tsp sea salt
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Preparation

• add all ingredients and whisk vigorously
• leave in the fridge for about hours or overnight before serving

Image and recipe source: Minimalist Baker

2. Pina colada chia pudding

Great recipe for people who love Pina colada. Fresh, creamy and healthy variation with no added sugar will boost your energy levels.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup chia seeds
• 1 can full fat coconut milk
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 tsp brown sugar
• 1 cup pineapple
• 1/4 cup sweetened coconut shreds, toasted

Preparation

• mix chia seeds and coconut milk together, set aside, Let sit 5-10 minutes until thickened
• toast coconut in 1/2 tbsp of butter over medium high heat
• cut pineapple into small bite sized pieces.
• remove coconut from pan when golden brown, and add remaining 1/2 Tbs of butter and pineapple, then saute in a pan with brown sugar until warm
• at this point your chia should have grown in size, and your mixture should be thick like a pudding, place in serving dishes, and top with pineapple and toasted coconut

Image and recipe source: eazy peazy mealz

3. Orange vanilla bean chia pudding

This delicious breakfast choice has great health benefit as it helps get rid of toxins due to orange peel as one of the ingredients.

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup chia seeds
• 1 cup almond milk
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 1 whole vanilla bean
• 1/2 teaspoon orange zest
• 1/4 cup walnuts

Preparation

• slice the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out the seeds with a spoon and set aside
• grate about 1/2 teaspoon of your orange’s skin
• in a bowl, combine the chia seeds, almond milk, maple syrup, vanilla seeds, and orange zest and whisk constantly for at least 90 seconds
• leave in a fridge overnight
• top with chopped walnuts and a drizzle of maple syrup and serve

Image and recipe source: One Ingredient Chef

4. Lemon and blackberry chia seed pudding

Another great chia seed pudding variation for cleansing and fat burning with lemon and blackberry.

Ingredients

• 2 cups unsweetened nut milk of choice
• 1 tbsp fresh squeezed lemon juice
• ⅓ cup chia seeds
• 2 tbsp raw honey
• ½ heaped teaspoon fresh lemon zest
• 2-3 springs fresh lemon thyme
• ½ cup blackberries

Preparation

• in a large bowl or jar add nut milk, lemon juice, chia seeds, lemon zest, and sweetener and whisk well
• let sit for 20 minutes and then whisk again
• leave in the fridge overnight
• top with fresh berries and the leaves of lemon thyme and sprinkle with additional lemon zest

Image and recipe source: VeguKate

5. Coconut almond cream chia pudding with superfoods and dark chocolate

This chia seed pudding variation is a creamy combination of many great and healthy tastes perfect for the days when you need extra energy.

Ingredients

• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1 cup almond milk
• 1/3 cup chia seeds
• 2 tbsp honey
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 tsp salt
• half a banana sliced
• 1/3 mango chopped
• 1 tablespoon unsweetened coconut lightly toasted
• 1 tablespoon hemp seeds
• 1 tablespoon pistachios chopped
• 1 tablespoon almond butter melted
• 2 ounces dark chocolate chopped

Preparation

• whisk together the coconut milk, almond milk, chia seeds, honey, vanilla and salt
• cover and leave in the fridge overnight
• serve in bowls
• top with sliced bananas, mangos, coconut, hemp seeds and pistachios
• sprinkle with chocolate and drizzle with melted almond butter

Image and recipe source: Half Baked Harvest

6. Pumpkin chocolate chia pudding

Fiber and carbohydrate rich chia seed pudding will provide great choice for workout recovery.

Ingredients

Pumpkin layer

• 2/3 cup pumpkin puree
• 1 1/4 cup milk
• 3 medjool dates, pitted and soaked in warm water for 15 minutes
• 1 tsp vanilla bean paste
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ginger
• 1/8 tsp nutmeg
• pinch kosher salt
• 1/4 cup chia seeds

Chocolate layer

• 1 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 3 medjool dates, pitted and soaked in warm water for 15 minutes
• 1 tsp vanilla bean paste
• pinch kosher salt
• 1/4 cup chia seeds

Preparation

Pumpkin layer

• combine all the ingredients except chia seeds in a blender and blend until smooth
• pour mixture into a small bowl, stir in chia seeds, cover and refrigerate overnight or for at least 4-5 hours until thickened

Chocolate layer

• combine all ingredients except chia seeds in a blender and blend until smooth
• pour mixture into a small bowl, stir in chia seeds, cover and refrigerate overnight or for at least 4-5 hours until thickened

Assemble

• spoon alternating layers of pumpkin and chocolate pudding into small glasses, jars or cups to serve
• top with shaved chocolate for garnish

Image and recipe source: Running to the Kitchen

7. Mango chia pudding parfait

Rich, creamy and healthy mixture rich in vitamin C, fiber and antioxidants.

Ingredients

Base

• 1/2 cup chia seeds
• 1 1/2 cup coconut cream
• 1 cup water
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 1 tbsp raw honey

Mango cream

• 2/3 cup prepared chia pudding
• 1 mango
• 2 tbsp coconut cream

Toppings

• Coconut cream
• Extra mango
• Chopped nuts
• Shredded coconut

Preparation

• add the chia seeds to a large glass jar
• mix the coconut cream, water, vanilla and honey until combined then pour half into the jar with the chia seeds and mix well
• add the remaining liquid whilst stirring
• leave at least 4 hours or overnight in the fridge
• add 2/3 cup of prepared pudding to a high powered blender with a mango and the coconut cream and blend until smooth
• spoon even amounts of chia pudding into four small bowls or glasses
• add a quarter of the mango cream to each
• add the remaining chia pudding, and then top with fresh mango, nuts and coconut

Image and recipe source: To Her Core

8. Chocolate berry chia coffee parfait

This chia pudding mixture is especially great for breakfast as provides all the nutrients needed for a healthy start of the day, with addition of coffee.

Ingredients

• 2 5.3 ounce containers plain Greek yoghurt
• 1/4 cup strongly brewed coffee
• 2 tbsp chia seeds
• 3 chocolate belVita bisquits, crumbled
• 6 strawberries, thinly sliced

Preparation

• mix the yogurt, coffee and chia seeds together in a small bowl.
• in two glasses, spoon a layer of yogurt on the bottom. Top with sliced strawberries and crumbled biscuits.
• repeat twice more to create 3 layers

Image and recipe source: Running to the Kitchen

9. Blueberry almond chia seed pudding

For a healthy protein and antioxidant infusion in the morning, choose this easy to prepare blueberry almond chia seed pudding.

Ingredients

• 1 c. almond milk (or any other preferred milk)
• 1/2 c. plain Greek yogurt
• 1/2 c. fresh or frozen blueberries
• 2 tbsp. chia seeds
• 2 tsp. honey (or any other preferred sweetener)
• 8-10 raw almonds, roughly chopped

Preparation

• in a pint jar add the milk, yogurt, blueberries, chia seeds and honey and stir ingredients to incorporate
• place lid on container, and refrigerate for a few hours or overnight
• top with chopped almonds

Image and recipe source: Deligtful E Made

10. Almond joy chia seed pudding

Delicious and super easy to make, almond joy combines only 4 ingredients to give you the ultimate healthy breakfast.

Ingredients

• ¾ cup dark chocolate almond milk
• 2 tbs chia seeds
• 1 tbs coconut flakes
• 1 tbs slivered almonds

Preparation

• pour almond milk into a bowl or a jar
• sprinkle chia seeds into the almond milk and stir well
• put in the refrigerator for 4 hours-or overnight
• stir it once or twice after an hour
• preheat oven to 350
• line a baking sheet with a little piece of aluminum foil
• spread coconut flakes and almond slivers onto the aluminum foil
• bake for 5 minutes, then put on top of pudding cup and stir

Image and recipe source: Sweet Phi

11. Original chia pudding bowl

Another great source of protein and fiber that can serve as entire week’s breakfast by mixing different toppings.

Ingredients

• ¼ cup chia seeds
• 1.5 – 2 cups milk of your choice (soy, almond, coconut, hemp, etc.)
• 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
• 1 tsp vanilla
• fruit of choice for topping

Preparation

• mix all ingredients in a bowl, whisk well or blend all ingredients together using a high-speed blender
• store in an air-tight container and refrigerate overnight
• serve with toppings of your choice: mangos, bananas, berries, kiwi, almonds, walnuts, cinnamon, maple syrup, pineapple, etc.

Image and recipe source: BeginWithin Nutrition

12. Coconut vanilla whipped chia mousse with smashed raspberries

Smooth and desert-like breakfast that is rich both in taste and healthy ingredients.

Ingredients

• 1 can full fat coconut milk, stirred
• 1/4 cup chia seeds (white or black)
• 2 tbsp maple syrup
• seeds scraped from half a vanilla bean (or a hearty splash of extract)
• 2 tbsp coconut butter
• salt to taste
• splash of almond or other milk (optional)
• thawed frozen raspberries
• bee pollen

Preparation

• whisk together the coconut milk and chia seeds and let them sit for about 15 minutes
• scrape the coconut milk and chia seeds into a blender and add all of the other ingredients except for the raspberries and bee pollen
• blend on high until creamy and smooth adding splashes of almond milk to thin out if necessary
• scrape mousse into a bowl and cover with cling film, pressing the film onto the surface of the mousse
• chill the mousse thoroughly
• smash up some thawed frozen raspberries in the bottom of your serving vessels
• divide the coconut vanilla chia mousse amongst the servings
• sprinkle the tops with bee pollen and serve

Image and recipe source: The First Mess

13. Chocolate peanut butter chia pudding

Another creamy, desert-like breakfast that will pump you up with energy for an entire day.

Ingredients

• 2 cans coconut milk, refrigerated for at least 2 hours
• 3 tbsp cocoa
• 5 medjool dates, pitted
• 1/4 cup chia seeds
• 1/8 cup + 4 tablespoons peanut butter
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 3 tbsp maple syrup

Preparation

• scoop the solid part of the coconut milk from one can into a high powered blender, setting aside the liquid (can be used in smoothies later)
• add cocoa, dates, chia seeds and 4 tablespoons of peanut butter to the blender and blend until mixture is smooth and creamy
• scoop/pour pudding into jelly jars and refrigerate for 20 minutes
• use a whisk to combine 1/8 cup of peanut butter and 2-3 tablespoons of maple syrup (3 tablespoons makes it very sweet, use less if you prefer your sweets a little more mild)
• add the solid coconut cream of the second can of coconut milk to the peanut butter, once again setting aside the liquid
• using a powered whisk or hand blender, combine until light and completely mixed
• scoop peanut butter whipped cream onto tops of pudding, sprinkle with cocoa powder, top with chopped nuts and serve

Image and recipe source: A House in the Hills

14. Chia seed breakfast pudding

Delicious and nutritious breakfast choice rich in Omega-3 fatty acid, calcium and fiber.

Ingredients

• 3 tbsp chia seeds
• 1 cup milk of your choice
• 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
• ⅛ tsp pure vanilla extract

Preparation

• add all ingredients to a small bowl and whisk
• let it sit for a few minutes and whisk again to prevent clumping
• repeat 1-2 more times, cover and place in the refrigerator overnight
• top with fresh fruit or granola and serve

Image and recipe source: BeginWithin Nutrition

15. Orange kefir chia pudding

Frozen yoghurt-like texture and fresh orangey taste give this healthy breakfast additional flavor.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup kefir
• 1/2 cup milk
• juice of 1 orange
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 2 tbsp chia seeds
• 1 tbsp maple syrup
• 1 tsp coconut flour

Preparation

• whisk all ingredients together in a small bowl and refrigerate for at least an hour or up to overnight
• serve cold

Image and recipe souce: Running to the Kitchen

16. Blackberry green tea chia pudding

Tasty and creamy breakfast choice for removing belly fat and toxins.

Ingredients

• 2 bags of green Tea and lemongrass from
• 1 cup of water
• 1 cup of lite coconut milk (or any non-dairy milk)
• 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract (or vanilla bean)
• 6 T chia seeds
• 1 cup blackberries
• 2 T maple syrup

Preparation

• boil water and allow tea bags to steep in water for 20 minutes
• combine tea, coconut milk and vanilla extract
• place chia seeds in a large jar and top with tea mixture
• put on cap and shake well
• add in maple syrup and blackberries and place cap back on before giving it another good shake,
• store in refrigerator overnight or for at least 8 hours
• serve cold

Image and recipe source: The Healthy Maven

17. Pumpkin pie chia pudding parfaits

Low calorie, fiber- and vitamin A-rich breakfast that tastes deliciously.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups unsweetened almond milk
• 1/3 cup pumpkin puree
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ginger
• 1/8 teaspoon cloves
• pinch of salt
• 1/4 cup chia seeds

Cranberry sauce

• 1/2 cup water
• 2 tablespoons coconut sugar (or other sugar)
• 1 1/2 cups fresh cranberries
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
• dash nutmeg

Preparation

• whisk together all the ingredients for the pudding except the chia seeds in a large bowl
• add the chia seeds and mix in
• cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours to overnight until a pudding/gel like consistency is achieved

Cranberry sauce

• bring the water and sugar to a boil in a small sauce pot
• add the cranberries, cinnamon and nutmeg
• stir and lower the heat to a simmer
• simmer, stirring often until the cranberries have broken down and most of the liquid cooked off, about 10-15 minutes
• turn off heat and let cool.
• to assemble the parfaits, alternate layers of cranberry sauce and chia pudding in glass jars or serving cups
• garnish with more cinnamon and/or chopped nuts

Image and recipe source: Running to the Kitchen

18. Vanilla sol chi seed pudding

This healthy and creamy breakfast can help in the weight loss process.

Ingredients

• ¼ cup of chia seeds
• ½ cup of Vanilla SOL Sunflower Beverage
• ½ tablespoon honey
• ½ teaspoon vanilla
• ½ cup granola/muesli
• ⅓ cup fresh berries

Preparation

• combine chia seeds, Vanilla SOL, honey, and vanilla in a bowl
• let sit in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes or until the chia seeds expand and soak up the SOL
• layer chia seed pudding with granola/muesli and fresh berries

Image and recipe source: Fit Foodie Finds

19. Cherry berry chia seed pudding

This amazingly tasty and healthy breakfast combines Brazil nuts which help prevent cataracts later in life.

Ingredients

• 5 Tbsp chia seeds
• 1 cup + 1 Tbsp almond milk
• pinch of pink salt
• pinch of cinnamon
• 1 scoop rice protein powder
• 1-2 tsp maple syrup
• 1/2 cup organic blueberries
• 4+ cherries
• 4-5 Brazil nuts

Preparation

• combine the almond milk and chia seeds in a tall glass
• add the cinnamon and salt and stir briskly for about a minute or two
• if adding the protein powder and optional superfoods, stir those in now too
• add a teaspoon or two of maple or agave syrup
• place glass in the fridge for at least four hours, overnight is best, try to stir at least a few times during that time
• transfer the pudding to serving dish(es)
• top with a ring of blueberries, the chopped Brazil nuts and cherries
• you can keep the cherries whole with the stem or remove the pit and stem
• chill in the fridge or serve right away

Image and recipe source: Healthy Happy Life

20. Banana coconut chia pudding

Delicious and easy to make breakfast that is rich in fiber and other healthy nutrients.

Ingredients

• 1 cup almond milk
• 2 tablespoons chia seeds
• 2 tablespoons rolled oats
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 banana
• 1 tablespoon shredded coconut
• 1 tablespoon raisins
• dash of cinnamon

Preparation

• add the almond milk, chia seeds, rolled oats, lemon juice, maple syrup, and vanilla to a blender and blend until the chia seeds and rolled oats have been fully puréed
• refrigerate overnight in a covered container
• slice 1/3 of a banana and set aside for garnish
• mash the other 2/3 of the banana into serving bowl
• add a tablespoon of shredded coconut to the bowl
• pour the chia pudding over the top and mix the banana, coconut, and chia together
• lay the banana slices on top, sprinkle on a few raisins, dust with some shredded coconut and cinnamon

Image and recipe source: One Ingredient Chef

21. Cookies and cream chia seed pudding

Great breakfast mixture for those of us with a sweet tooth. Creamy, delicious and healthy.

Ingredients

• 2 cups coconut kefir
• 3 tbsp protein powder of choice
• 4 tbsp chia seeds
• 2-4 chocolate cookies
• 2 tbsp coconut oil

Preparation

• place coconut kefir, protein powder, chia seeds, and coconut oil into a blender and whip together
• let it set in fridge for about 10-15 minutes
• once chia starts to thicken, stir in your cookie crumbs

Image and recipe source: Purely Twins

22. Chocolate strawberry chia seed pudding

Classic combination to sweeten every morning.

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup chia seeds
• 1 1/4 cup almond milk
• 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
• 2 T maple syrup
• 1 tsp ground vanilla beans
• 1/4 tsp sea salt
• 1/2 cup sliced strawberries
• 2 T chocolate chips

Preparation

• mix all the ingredients together in a large bowl
• if you want to make it extra chocolaty, you can add 2 tablespoons cocoa or cacao powder to it
• store in the fridge for 3 hours to set

Image and recipe source: My Whole Food Life

23. Pumpkin pie chia pudding

Great autumn source of best creamy taste without added sugar.

Ingredients

• 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
• 3 tablespoons chia seeds (divided in half)
• 1/4 cup+ pumpkin puree
• 2 tablespoons rolled oats
• 2-3 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1-2 tablespoons maple syrup (optional)
• 1 ripe pear

Preparation

• in a blender, combine the almond milk, 1 1/2 tablespoons of chia seeds, pumpkin puree, rolled oats, some pumpkin pie spice, a splash of vanilla, and a drizzle of maple syrup (pumpkin can be bitter on its own) and blend until smooth
• pour into a bowl and throw in 1 1/2 or 2 tablespoons whole chia seeds
• chill in the fridge for at least two hours
• turn your broiler on high and set an oven rack just below the flame
• peel a pear, slice in half, remove the seeds, lie both halves face down in a baking sheet and sprinkle with a little pumpkin pie spice
• add to the broiler and watch closely – this pear will cook through surprisingly quickly, about 6-8 minutes
• remove just before the outside is starting to blacken
• plate by dividing the pudding into two bowls and sticking a warm pear into the center of each along with a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice

Image and recipe source: One Ingredient Chef

24. Green smoothie chia seed pudding

Excellent and healthy choice for smoothie lovers, with no added sugar.

Ingredients

• 2 cups kale (or other greens)
• 1 cup non dairy milk
• 2 1/2 tablespoons chia seeds
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 large dates
• 2 tablespoons rolled oats
• 1 banana
• 1 teaspoon maca powder (optional)

Preparation

• in blender, combine the kale, non-dairy milk, chia seeds, vanilla, lemon juice, pitted dates, rolled oats, banana (fresh or frozen), and some optional maca powder (for an energy boost) and blend until smooth
• refrigerate for 10-15 minutes for best results

Image and recipe source: One Ingredient Chef

25. Mexican chocolate chia seed pudding

Another great option for a creamy, tasty, iron and magnesium rich and healthy breakfast.

Ingredients

• 1/3 c. chia seeds
• 1 c. unsweetened almond (or other non-dairy) milk
• 2 tbsp. unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tbsp. maple syrup
• 1 tsp. ground cinnamon
• pinch of cayenne (optional)

Preparation

• combine all ingredients in a medium bowl
• cover and refrigerate overnight or at least 8 hours
• transfer mixture to a high-powered blender and blend until completely smooth
• if pudding is warm from blending, return to refrigerator until chilled (Alternately, you can just stir the pudding and eat it without blending.)

Image and recipe source: Oh My Veggies

26. Lemon chia pudding with fresh berries

Refreshing and low-calorie breakfast that will provide great energy boost.

Ingredients

• 1 cup milk
• ½ cup plain Greek yoghurt
• 3 tbsp chia seed
• juice of one lemon
• zest of one lemon
• 4 tbsp honey or maple syrup
• 1 tsp pure lemon extract (optional)
• raspberries and basil or mint for topping, as desired

Preparation

• in a large bowl combine milk, yoghurt, honey or maple syrup, lemon juice, lemon zest, and natural lemon extract
• whisk well before transferring into serving bowls
• cover and leave in the fridge for 15 minutes
• serve topped with lemon zest, berries and a spring or two of basil or mint

Image and recipe source: Inspired Edibles

27. Raw raspberry and vanilla chia pudding

Great nutritious breakfast that places vitamin C in a creamy and tart texture.

Ingredients

• 1 cup raw almonds, soaked at least 5 hours
• 4 cups filtered water
• 2 cups fresh raspberries (or thawed, frozen ones)
• ½ cup raw agave nectar, maple syrup, raw honey etc.
• 2 tbsp soft extra virgin coconut oil
• 1.5 tbsp vanilla extract
• pinch of salt
• ½ cup chia seeds (white or black)

Preparation

• combine the soaked almonds, 4 cups of water, raspberries, agave nectar, coconut oil, vanilla extract and salt in a blender pitcher
• blend mixture on medium-high speed for 1 minute, until liquified
• strain mixture through a fine mesh sieve (or nut milk bag if you have one) into a medium-large bowl
• place the chia seeds into another large bowl
• pour the raspberry almond milk on top slowly
• whisk vigorously to combine and prevent clumping of the chia seeds
• allow the mixture to sit for a good hour so that the chia seeds can do their thing and thicken up the mixture to a pudding consistency
• whisk it up here and there to further prevent clumping of the seeds
• serve pudding with fresh raspberries, shredded coconut, chopped almonds, or cacao nibs

Image and recipe source: The First Mess

28. Chia, blueberry and avocado pudding

Great choice for super creamy desert-like breakfast.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup unsweetened organic almond milk
• 2 tbsp chia seeds
• 2 tbsp organic sulphite free raisins
• 1 dried organic date, pit removed, chopped
• 1/2 tsp alcohol free vanilla
• generous sprinkle of organic cinnamon
• dried stevia herb powder
• 1 cup frozen organic blueberries
• 1 organic avocado
• 2 tbsp more almond milk for blending
• 1 cup raw organic buckwheat groats, soaked w/ filtered water for 30-60 mins- rinse well and drain
• juice of 1/2 organic lime
• 1/2 tsp grated fresh organic ginger

Preparation

• combine 1/2 c almond milk, chia, raisins, cinnamon, vanilla and let stand for 5-10 mins til thickens up
• meanwhile place avocado & blueberries in blender
• add chia mixture and blend well adding almond milk for consistency
• test to see if chia seeds are smooth
• pour into serving dishes
• combine buckwheat with lime and ginger and spoon on top of pudding, garnish with mint

Image and recipe source: Alkaline Sisters

29. Raw chocolate superfood pudding

Amazing healthy chocolate alternative as a great choice for tasty breakfast.

Ingredients

• 1 cup (raw) almond milk
• 2 tablespoons chia seeds
• 1 tablespoon (raw) cacao powder
• 1 teaspoon (raw) maca powder
• 1 tablespoon + 2 teaspoons (raw) lucuma powder

Preparation

• whisk almond milk and chia seeds together (make sure that there are no clumps of seeds)
• whisk in cacao powder, maca powder, lucuma powder, and additional sweeteners (if using)
• store in the refrigerator overnight
• serve cold

Image and recipe source: In Sonnet’s Kitchen

30. Blueberry coconut chia pudding

Another tasty, easy to make, healthy desert-like creamy breakfast choice.

Ingredients

• 1½ cups coconut milk ¼ cup chia seeds
• 1 tablespoon honey
• pinch of salt
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• ¼ teaspoon almond extract
• 1/3 cup frozen wild blueberries, thawed (or fresh)
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut
• honey for drizzling on top

Preparation

• whisk together the coconut milk, chia seeds, honey, salt and extracts in a bowl
• cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours
• once thickened, spoon into serving bowls and top with blueberries, shredded coconut and more honey if desired

Image and recipe source: Running to the Kitchen

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