Imz Chia Seed Pudding
How to make chia pudding
Start with a mason jar of almond milk (or any milk you’d like), some chia seeds and honey (or any other sweetener you’d like). You can also leave out the sweetener if you prefer to sweeten it only with toppings like fresh fruit, dried fruit or chocolate chips. You can also opt for protein powder if you want added protein!
The ratio is everything! There are different recommendations for the best chia pudding ratio out there. I’ve made this 100 times and in the end, the ratio I found that works best is 1 tablespoon chia seeds to 1/4 cup of milk (add a bit more milk if you use protein powder). To make it into a complete , I like to measure 2 tablespoons of chia seeds for every half cup of milk. You can play around with the measurements to find the consistency you like best.
When it’s time to mix in the chia seeds, I recommend mixing very well until all the chia seeds are incorporated into the milk.
Then wait a few minutes for the chia pudding to settle and mix again. This will ensure it doesn’t separate in the fridge. Check to make sure there are no clumps and don’t refrigerate it until it’s clump-free.
Chia seeds are among the healthiest foods on the planet.
They’re loaded with nutrients that can have important benefits for your body and brain.
This is what the consistency will look like when it’s well-mixed. It will still be liquid’y, try to make it so that you don’t see any clumps of seeds seeds anywhere around the jar. It helps if you use a clear mason jar to view and check.
Then you can add the honey/sweetener/protein and mix it in or leave it on top – your choice.
Finally, close the mason jars, place it in the fridge for at least 2 hours or up to a week! The chia seeds will absorb all the milk and sweetener and be ready to eat then.
Why is Chia Pudding Healthy?
One of the biggest questions I get from my followers and friends is what to eat for a snack. I personally like the check off three things when it comes to snacking:
High in fiber – good for blood sugar control, cholesterol levels and gut health
High in protein – good for building lean muscle
Contains healthy fats – good for helping you feel satiated
This is essentially what’s going to satisfy your in-between meal cravings and taper your appetite until your next meal. For me, one of the best snacks that meets these snack goals is my Chia Pudding.
Not a bad snack or breakfast right? And the beauty of it is that you can store them in the fridge for a whole week, and grab one when you’re hungry. I like topping mine with fresh fruit, nuts, shredded coconut, peanut butter, hemp seeds, granola… all the toppings. It makes such a great option!
Peace, Love, Eat Good,
Imran
