Ingredients
– 1/2 cup chia seeds The star ingredient that thickens the pudding and provides plenty of fiber and protein.
– 1 can coconut milk Adds a rich, creamy texture with healthy fats for a tropical flavor.
– 1/2 cup non-dairy milk (such as almond milk) Helps balance the consistency and adds extra creaminess without overpowering the taste.
– 2 tablespoons maple syrup A natural sweetener that enhances the flavor without refined sugars.
– 1 teaspoon vanilla Brings a warm, aromatic depth to the pudding mixture.
– 2 cups fresh or frozen strawberries For the topping, providing fresh fruit sweetness and vitamins.
– 2 tablespoons maple syrup Used in the strawberry topping to amplify the natural fruit flavors.
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice Adds a tangy note to the strawberry puree and helps with thickening.
– 2 teaspoons corn starch Thickens the strawberry topping; you can swap this with arrowroot or tapioca if needed.
Instructions
1-Start with the chia pudding: In a large bowl, combine 1/2 cup chia seeds, 1 can coconut milk, 1/2 cup non-dairy milk, 2 tablespoons maple syrup, and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Stir the mixture well for about 10 minutes, pausing every 2 minutes to stir again, which helps the seeds absorb the liquid evenly and prevents clumps.
2-Once mixed, cover the bowl and refrigerate it for at least 1 hour to let it thicken into that creamy texture you’re after.
3-For the strawberry puree, heat 2 cups strawberries, 2 tablespoons maple syrup, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice over low heat until the berries soften. Mash or blend them until smooth, then whisk in 2 teaspoons corn starch and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until it thickens. Cool this in the fridge before assembling.
4-To put it all together, layer the chia pudding with the strawberry puree in glasses or bowls, and top with coconut yogurt and fresh chopped strawberries if you like.
Last Step:
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🌱 Use a 1:4 ratio of chia seeds to liquid for optimal pudding texture.
🍓 Corn starch can be substituted with arrowroot or tapioca for thickening the strawberry puree.
🥄 Try different fruits like blueberries for variety and seasonal flavor changes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Chilling Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Mixing, Simmering, Refrigerating
- Cuisine: Fusion
- Diet: Vegan, Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 259
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 13.3g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 11.3g
- Protein: 5.4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg