Vanilla Chia Pudding

Chia pudding has everything going for it - except taste. But it grows on you. Rich in protein, anti-inflammatory omega-3 fatty acids and tons of fiber, chia pudding is actually an ideal snack or breakfast. Turn it from bleck to brilliant, by topping it with cacao nibs, coconut flakes, berries, cinnamon, slivered almonds or a little maple syrup. 

Ingredients

• 2/3 cup chia seeds

• 2 cups unsweetened almond milk 

• 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions

• Combine ingredients in a 1 quart mason jar or a glass bowl with lid.

• Stir first and then shake to combine ingredients thoroughly.

• Place in fridge overnight.

• Check in chia pudding. You might to give it another stir if too many seeds sink to the bottom.

For blueberry chia pudding, blend 1 cup of blueberries with milk and vanila. Add chia seeds, stir and let set.

Time: 24 hours with set time

Serves: 4-6

HEARTFUL RECIPE - One of our real food recipes that focuses on veggies, protein, healthy fats and/or healthy carbs and doesn't include gluten, dairy, soy, refined sugar, corn or peanuts.

Write-up by Pam.