Chocolate Chia Pudding
If you were around in the 80′s, you might remember the Chia Pet and the commercial jingle, Ch, Ch, Ch, Chia! It played over and over.
What we didn’t know then was that chia was and is a superfood and a unique blend of protein, essential fats, fiber, complex carbohydrates, and antioxidants. Wow!
Chia contains heart healthy EFA’s (Essential Fatty Acids) and is 62% Omega-3. It helps to stabilize your blood sugar, and the high fiber content can help reduce your cravings. Those balanced EFA’s also benefit your brain power and elevate your mood. And it’s a high quality protein that’s gluten free.
So, what do you do with this tiny wonder seed? Chia seeds swell in liquid, so think of them as a tiny tapioca.. Add them to your smoothie for extra creaminess, or sprinkle them dry on your salad. I’ve been making a Chocolate Chia Pudding that’s delicious and my entire family loves.
Here’s that simple recipe.
Chocolate Chia Pudding
Ingredients
1/2 cup Chia seeds
2 cups almond milk
15 drops vanilla creme stevia OR 3 tbsp coconut sugar (also known as palm sugar)
1 teaspoon raw cacao
cinnamon- several shakes
Preparation
Add all ingredients to a large mason jar with a lid, and shake.
Cover and refrigerate for minimum one hour.
If you don’t have a jar large enough, use a glass bowl and stir until all powder have mixed in. Cover and refrigerate.
Let me know how you love it below, or share your variation on this easy treat.
Maia Lagerstedt / 9.23.2010
That sounds delicious! I’m actually picking up chia seeds this weekend when I go shopping, so I’m definitely going to try this! Thanks so much for sharing.
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Linda Poynter / 2.6.2013
Should the chia seeds be ground for this recipe? Also, how much chia is recommended in a day?
Holli / 2.6.2013
The chia seeds are whole chia seeds. I havent heard of any adverse reaction to too much chia:) If you’re using in a smoothie, I’d suggest a tablespoon.
Hope this helps, and let me know how you love it!
H.
Rachael / 2.11.2013
I’ve been on a raw food diet for a month, and so far, have lost about
15 pounds, which is a perfect slow loss. One of the first things I was introduced to on this diet was Chia seeds. I put them in everything, but my favorite way of eating them is to dip my banana into a small bowl of them after each bite to cover the end of the banana. The texture of the seeds with the banana is awesome. I’m addicted. Thanks for your recipe, I’ll try it. Did you use powder cacao?
Holli / 2.26.2013
Yes, I use raw cacao powder.. Good luck with raw living, Rachael!