Believe it or not, chia pudding is not solely reserved for dessert. In fact, you may be ahead of the game if you have been adding chia seeds to your morning routine. Chia seeds are fairly tasteless, but they are somewhat magical: they become gelatinous after being in liquid. Is chia pudding worth all the hype that is getting, though? Let’s find out.
Omega-3s
People often turn to salmon or fish oil to get their omega-3 fatty acids, but chia seeds are incredibly rich in omega-3s. Two tablespoons of chia seeds contain the same percentage of omega-3s as four ounces of salmon. They are easier for your body to digest and they help to boost intellectual growth as well.
Protein & Calcium
Two tablespoons of chia seeds contain about four grams of protein, but you also get a sufficient amount of calcium. The body needs calcium to maintain and build healthy bones, but calcium is also necessary for optimal nerve, muscle, and heart function.
Loaded With Fiber
You can get 30% of your recommended daily intake of fiber by eating two tablespoons of chia seeds. A diet that is rich in fiber helps to keep your digestive system functioning optimally.
All the cool kids are eating chia seeds, so jump on the bandwagon! We have five delicious chia pudding recipes to enhance your breakfast game.
Golden Milk Chia Pudding
Ingredients:
- 1 cup organic unsweetened almond milk
- ¼ cup filtered water
- 5 teaspoons turmeric powder
- 5 teaspoons cinnamon powder
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
Instructions:
- Put all of the ingredients in a glass jar and shake well. Refrigerate this overnight and enjoy in the morning.
Strawberry Chia Pudding
Ingredients:
- 1 cup organic unsweetened almond milk
- 1 cup strawberries, sliced and frozen overnight
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- a few fresh strawberries, sliced for topping
Instructions:
- Put the almond milk, frozen strawberries, and maple syrup in a blender and blend until smooth.
- Pour this mixture into a glass jar and add the remaining ingredients, except the fresh strawberries. Shake well and refrigerate overnight.
- When you’re ready to eat this, garnish with the sliced strawberries.
Chocolate Chia Pudding
Ingredients:
- 1 cup organic unsweetened almond milk
- ¼ cup filtered water
- 1 tablespoon cacao powder
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- ½ banana, sliced
Instructions:
- Put all of the ingredients in a glass jar and shake well. Refrigerate this overnight and enjoy in the morning.
Match Chia Pudding
Ingredients:
- 1 cup organic coconut milk
- ¼ cup water
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon organic matcha powder
Instructions:
- Put all of the ingredients in a glass jar and shake well. Refrigerate this overnight and enjoy in the morning.
Blueberry & Banana Chia Pudding
Ingredients:
- 2 cups organic unsweetened almond milk
- ½ cup blueberries, frozen overnight
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- fresh blueberries, for topping
Instructions:
- Put the almond milk, frozen blueberries, and maple syrup in a blender and blend until smooth.
- Pour this mixture into a glass jar and add the remaining ingredients, except the fresh blueberries. Shake well and refrigerate overnight.
- When you’re ready to eat this, top with fresh blueberries.
