Overnight Chia Pudding

Chia seeds, are tiny nutrient-dense edible seeds full of nutrition. Packed with fiber, protein, omega 3 fatty acids. This makes them a good option for breakfast time or anytime snack. They are effortless to prepare. Soaking them overnight in milk, gives them a creamy smooth texture. The pudding is light and healthy. You can use white or black chia seeds. You can get creative and top them with freshly cut strawberries, blueberries, crunchy granola or just some nuts, choice is yours :-)

Please remember while chia seeds have lot of protein, they also have fiber and that means please drink more water while having chia seeds.

                               

Chia Pudding 

Ingredients:

1 cup milk.(Your choice almond milk, oat milk, regular milk)

1/4 cup chopped fresh strawberries, blueberries to garnish.

1/4 cup chia seeds, black or white

1/4 cup chopped nuts of your choice

1 tsp honey or maple syrup

1/4 tsp vanilla extract and a pinch of cinnamon powder

1 tbsp crunchy granola, cereal of your choice

Method:

1. Using a mason jar, or any cup of your choice, that has a lid. Add milk, add in chia seeds, add honey or maple syrup. Next, a dash of vanilla extract or cinnamon powder.  Stir well, this step is important to ensure a smooth creamy texture. Close the lid and keep the jar in the refrigerator overnight for at least 7 to 8 hours.

2. Next day, shake the jar, stirring the milk. If the pudding appears runny add a tsp more of chia seeds. Add chopped fresh fruits and any nuts,of your choice. Top with a tablespoon of crunchy granola. Enjoy a creamy pudding for a refreshing and healthy breakfast  start, filled with protein and fiber. 

Other options is just sprinkle, a teaspoon of black or white chia seeds over your greek yogurt, mix well and top with some fresh fruits of your choice.

Also, you could add them to your overnight oatmeal bowl. Sprinkle a little chia seeds, to your glass of smoothie.