Chia pudding

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Chia seeds are low in protein but high in fibre and fats. Adding a protein powder will make it a nice breakfast. A small portion without the protein powder will be a good snack.

Ingredients for 2 portions:

  • 250 ml of full fat coconut milk

  • 4 table spoons of chia seeds, mill in case of digestive symptoms

  • pinch of salt

  • optional: vanilla extract, 3 drops of liquid stevia to sweeten, protein powder

Method:

  1. If the milk is solid, warm it up in a saucepan until it melts.

  2. Place the milk and seeds (and optionally vanilla) in a jar and shake well.

  3. In 10 minutes, give it another stir, preferably with a fork, to break the clumps.

  4. Set aside for 2 hours or overnight, preferably on the countertop.

  5. If using protein powder: In the morning, dissolve protein powder in a bit of liquid and stir it into the pudding. Adding protein directly makes it clumpy.

  6. Divide between 2 serving dishes and add toppings of choice.

    It keeps well in the fridge for about 5 days. If you like it, make a double portion and you will have 4 breakfasts sorted.

Topping suggestions:

  • Unsweetened jam or fruit of choice and skyr

  • Sauted blueberries and a drizzle of almond butter

  • A table spoon of Greek yoghurt, a drizzle of honey, almond flakes and cinnamon

  • Apple puree and cinnamon

  • A few slices of ripe banana, cacao nibs and peanut butter; you can dilute it in a little freshly boiled water