Protein Packed Chia Pudding

Chia pudding is the perfect healthy breakfast or snack to meal prep for the week. It's creamy, satisfying and loaded with protein, fiber and omega-3s. Vegan, gluten-free, paleo and keto. ... It starts with chia seeds, tiny little seeds that are packed with nutrition.

The High Fiber and Protein Content in Chia Seeds May Help You Lose Weight. Many health experts believe that chia seeds can aid weight loss. Its soluble fiber absorbs large amounts of water and expands in your stomach, which should increase fullness and slow the absorption of food.

This recipe is simple, requiring just a few basic ingredients that are totally versatile. Once you have the chia seed-to-liquid ratio right, the flavor possibilities are endless - This power-packed breakfast or snack has 20+ grams of protein fueled by Chia and healthy fats.

CHIA PUDDING

- 1 1/2 cups dairy-free milk (I use almond unsweetened, or for a creamier thicker pudding, use full fat coconut and cashew milk)

- 3/4 cup chia seeds

- 1-2 Tbsp raw organic honey (more or less to taste)

- 1 tsp vanilla extract

Optional:

- Lavender, Mint or Rosemary sprig

- Raspberries or Blueberries to taste

Instructions

Step 1. Add to a mixing bowl the dairy free milk, organic cacao powder (Navitas Organics Cacao Powder, Organic, Non-GMO, Fair Trade, Gluten-Free) adding, honey (to taste). Whisk to combine.

Step 2. Add 2 scoops of Vegan Protein ( I use, KOS Organic Plant Based Protein Powder – Raw Organic Vegan Protein Blend). Mix and incorporate.

Step 3. Add the chia seeds and stir to combine and distribute into small glass or plastic cups for preferred servings.  Add fruit on top.

Step 4. Cover and refrigerate overnight (or at least 6 hours). The chia pudding should be thick and creamy. If not, add more chia seeds, stir, and refrigerate for another hour or so.

Will keep covered in the refrigerator up to 5 days.