Breakfast can be a challenge for many ESPECIALLY when there are dietary limits like gluten, dairy, eggs, wheat…..well basically vegan, & some!
One can feel lost VERY quickly when the “staples” of the conventional diet, like eggs, dairy, and gluten, are removed.
That is why we have created these 5 easy chia pudding recipes for you to try….. ALL using similar ingredients because who wants to buy 100 different ingredients from 10 different stores….got to keep it simple, right?
- Gluten-free
- WFPB
- Vegan-friendly options
- High protein
- SUPER High fiber
- High in Omega 3
- Anti-inflammatory
- Rich in minerals
Not only are these easy & taste good, but Chia Seeds and INCREDIBLE little Superfoods! We have listed the 5 BIGGEST HEALTH BENEFITS OF CHIA SEEDS here!
It’s pretty amazing what these minute little seeds can do for the body!!!
Keep scrolling to see these easy chia pudding recipes!
Chia Pudding recipe 1: Layered Delight
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp Chia seeds
- 100ml Vegan milk (coconut used here)
- 1 large fresh banana
- ¾ cup frozen strawberries
METHOD
- Soak 3 tbsp chia seeds in 100ml coconut milk (or any other milk of choice) with 50ml water. I often do it the night before.
- Blend 1 banana, ¾ cup frozen strawberries & 100ml water.
- Once the chia seeds are set, pour into the serving jar, then pour the berry smoothie on top & finish off with a crunchy topping like gluten-free granola.
- Any other fruit can be used instead of strawberries to get a beautiful colour effect.
Chia Pudding recipe 2: PURPLE ACAI POWER
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup Chia seeds
- 1 tsp Coconut sugar/agave nectar or any other choice of sweetener
- 1 large frozen banana (or 1 cup frozen pineapple)
- 1/2 cup Vegan milk (coconut used here)
- 1 Tbsp Acai berry Powder (available here)
- Fresh berries (optional)
METHOD
- Soak ¼ cup chia seeds in ¾ cup water & 1 tsp coconut nectar/syrup (or your choice of sweetness). Either do it the night before or leave until they are swollen & absorbed all the water.
- Blend 1 large frozen banana (or 1 cup frozen pineapple will do) with ½ cup vegan milk & 1 heaped tbsp Acai powder until smooth.
- Gently fold in the soaked chia with the Acai berry mix, pour into a serving jar & top with a few fresh berries
Chia Pudding recipe 3: Layered Strawberry Compote
Ingredients
- Chia seeds
- 1/4 cup Vegan milk (coconut used here)
- Coconut sugar/agave nectar or any other choice of sweetener
- ¾ cup Coconut cream
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ¾ cup frozen strawberries
- Nuts of choice for sprinkles (walnuts used here)
METHOD
- Soak ¼ cup chia seeds in ½ cup water, ¼ cup vegan milk & 1 tsp coconut nectar/syrup (or your choice of sweetness). Either do it the night before or leave until they are swollen & absorbed all the water.
- Mix 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice with ¾ cup coconut cream and allow to curdle to form “yogurt”.
- Place 3/4 cup frozen strawberries with ¼ cup nectar (or any sugar or syrup of choice) in a small pot on low heat and allow to simmer until blended together. This can be done the day before & can be made in bulk and stored in the bridge or even frozen. It really shouldn’t take more than 5min of simmering, your not making jam 😉 If it seems a little thick add some water, 1 tbsp at a time.
- Spoon in the different layers, (chia, coconut flour, berry compote & sliced banana) until it fills the jar & enjoy!!!
- Top with walnuts or your nut of choice.
Chia Pudding recipe 4: Caribbean Spice
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup Chia seeds
- 1/2 cup Vegan milk (coconut used here)
- 3 Tbsp desiccated coconut
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- Coconut sugar/agave nectar or any other choice of sweetener
- 1 cup fresh mango
METHOD
- Soak ¼ cup chia seeds in ½ cup water, ½ cup vegan milk, 3 tbsp desiccated coconut & 1 tbsp coconut nectar/syrup (or your choice of sweetness). Add ½ tsp cinnamon & nutmeg. Either do it the night before or leave until they are swollen & absorbed all the water.
- Dice up 1 fresh mango (about ¾ cup worth). Can’t find a mango, use fresh pineapple!
- Spoon the chia mix into a serving jar, top with the diced mango & if you feel brave, add a sprinkle of fresh green chili for a little kick (will energize you the WHOLE day!!!)
Chia Pudding recipe 5: Creamy Caramel
Ingredients
- Chia seeds
- 1/2 cup Vegan milk (coconut used here)
- 1 heaped Tbsp maca powder
- 1 heaped Tbsp Nut-butter of choice
- 100ml Coconut cream (or coconut creamer can be used, available here)
- 1 tsp Coconut sugar/agave nectar or any other choice of sweetener
- 1 fresh banana
- Nuts or gluten-free granola for a crunchy sprinkle
METHOD
- Soak 2 tbsp chia seeds in ½ cup vegan milk. Either do it the night before or leave until they are swollen & absorbed all the water.
- Blend together 1 banana, 1 heaped Tbsp maca powder, 1 heaped Tbsp nut butter, 100ml coconut cream, and 1 tsp nectar (your choice of sweetener).
- Once the chia seeds have swollen, gently fold them into your “caramel cream” & top off with fresh banana slices and your choice of crunch (nuts or granola).
There you have it! 5 Easy Chia Pudding Recipes for you to enjoy!
Click the image below to learn the INCREDIBLE HEALTH BENEFITS OF CHIA SEEDS!
*no scientific or medical claims are being made on this website & what we share is based on our personal experience, testimonials from our clients & personal research.
