Easy Overnight Chia Seed Pudding with Fruit
Say goodbye to rushed mornings and hello to a scrumptious breakfast treat! This article reveals an effortless recipe for overnight chia seed pudding adorned with luscious fruits – perfect for busy individuals seeking a healthy start.
Are you tired of the same old breakfast routine? Look no further! This post will introduce you to a simple and delicious recipe for Easy Overnight Chia Seed Pudding with Fruit. This nutritious and satisfying dish requires minimal effort and can be prepared the night before, making it perfect for those busy mornings when you’re on the go.
Packed with fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, and natural sweetness from fresh fruits, this chia seed pudding will tantalize your taste buds and provide a healthy boost to kick-start your day. Get ready to revolutionize your breakfast game with this quick and easy recipe that’s as tasty as nourishing!
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Often we rush in the morning to get ready for our day. Add some kiddos to the equation, and you get a perfect recipe for chaos. It is no different with my mornings; when one kiddo has a good morning, the other is cranky. It looks like they switch roles every morning. So, it’s always drama. Thus, there is no better way than having a fast and healthy breakfast.
I like mornings when I plan chia seed pudding for breakfast. The best part is that they are prepared in the evening before, and the only thing left is to add some fruits to them. But, I have to admit that my kiddos don’t like chia seeds. However, I serve it anyway, and I firmly believe that it is an acquired taste and that they will like it eventually. Time will tell. But they eat fruits from the top and some of the chia. Good for me.
Chia Seed Origin
Chia seeds have gained popularity in recent years, but they have been around for a long time. The first record of chia dates back to 3500 B.C. And it is worth noting that chia belongs to a mint family. I have known about several species of the mint family my whole life, such as rosemary, thyme, lavender, and oregano. But I didn’t know about chia until several years ago.
Chia plant is native to Mexico and Guatemala and was widely used as a food and medicinal plant. It was an integral part of the Aztec diet in pre-Colombian Mesoamerica.
Chia seeds have many beneficial nutrients, but the most important is alpha-linoleic acid, an omega-3-fatty-acid found in plants. It is good for our heart health, so instead of relying on supplements only, it might be wise to include these powerful chia seeds into our regular diet.
How to Prepare Chia Seed Pudding with Kefir
The consistency of chia seed pudding could be a determining point whether you will like it or not. Some people like the pudding thicker, while others like it when it is prepared on the thinner side. My Overnight Chia Pudding recipe calls for a more viscous mixture, so in this recipe, I optimized the chia to liquid ratio to get a thinner chia seed pudding. But, in both recipes, I used kefir. Kefir is used often in my cooking, as it greatly benefits our guts.
- Measure four tablespoons of chia seeds, and pour them into a bowl.
- Add one teaspoon of unsweetened cocoa, and mix well.
- Pour 1/2 cup of kefir over the mixture.
- Add 1/2 cup of milk of your choice (regular, almond, coconut).
- Add two teaspoons of honey, maple syrup, or agave syrup. You can adjust the amount of syrup to your liking. But, keep in mind that we will add fruits over it, so you don’t want the chia pudding to be too sweet.
- Mix everything well with a spoon and let it sit for about 30 min. The chia will swell and expand in the liquid.
- After 30 minutes, remix with a spoon and let it sit in the fridge overnight.
- In the morning, add fruits of your choice. I used apples in this recipe, and the pudding tasted fantastic! I also tried it with berries, and it was delicious!
The video below shows how easy it is to prepare this chia seed pudding recipe! If you like this healthy chia seed pudding recipe, you might want to try other tasty recipes:
Chia seed pudding with fruit
Ingredients
- 4 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tsp unsweetened cocoa
- 1/2 cup kefir plain
- 1/2 cup milk regular, almond, coconut
- 2 tsp honey or maple syrup, or agave syrup
Instructions
- Measure four tablespoons of chia seeds, and pour them into a bowl.
- Add one teaspoon of unsweetened cocoa, and mix well.
- Pour 1/2 cup of kefir over the mixture.
- Add 1/2 cup of milk of your choice (almond, coconut, regular milk).
- Add two teaspoons of honey, maple syrup, or agave syrup. You can adjust the amount of syrup to your liking. But, keep in mind that we will add fruits over it, so you don't want the chia pudding to be too sweet.
- Mix everything well with a spoon and let it sit for about 30 min. The chia will swell and expand in the liquid.
- After 30 minutes, remix with a spoon and let it sit in the fridge overnight.
