Ground Chia Seed Pudding
Ground chia pudding is a delicious and nutritious breakfast or snack option that is made by blending whole chia seeds into a fine powder, and then mixing it with a liquid such as milk, yogurt, or coconut milk. Here is a simple recipe for making ground chia pudding.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup ground chia seeds see notes on how to grind
- 1 cup almond milk or any other milk of your choice
- 1 tbsp honey or any sweetener of your choice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract optional
- Toppings of your choice fruits, nuts, chocolate chips, etc.
Instructions
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the ground chia seeds, almond milk, honey and vanilla extract (if using).
- Whisk the mixture together until well combined and there are no clumps of chia seeds.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Once the chia pudding has thickened, give it a good stir to break up any clumps that may have formed.
- Divide the pudding into serving cups or bowls.
- Add your desired toppings. Some popular options include berries, banana, mango, passion fruit, peaches, apples, pears, vanilla, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg. You can also add nuts, seeds or chocolate chips.
- Enjoy your delicious and nutritious ground chia pudding!
Notes
Note: You can adjust the consistency of the pudding by adding more or less milk, depending on your preference. You can also adjust the sweetness level by adding more or less sweetener. You can also use different types of milk and sweeteners to suit your dietary needs.
You can learn how to grind chia seeds at How to Grind Chia Seeds.
You can also make the pudding savory by omitting the sweetener and vanilla extract and adding some salt, pepper and herbs. You can serve it with some veggies or as a dip.
This recipe is a great way to start experimenting with chia pudding, you can always add or omit ingredients to match your taste preferences. The ground chia seeds will have a more smooth texture, making it easier to eat for people who don't like the texture of whole chia seeds. Enjoy!
