Chia Pudding

CHIA PUDDING

Serves: 1

 Ingredients:

o   1/3 cup chia seeds (Black or white)

o   1 cup milk of choice *See tips for suggestions

o   1x piece/1x cup of fruit of choice

o   Optional: 1-2 drops of vanilla essence or golden syrup

Method:

1.   Mix the milk and chia seeds in an air-tight container or jar

2.   Wait 5 minutes and stir once more to ensure there are no lumps

3.   Prepare/chop fruit and mix through

4.   Put the chia pudding in the fridge to set for ~3-4 hours, or ideally overnight.

TIPS/INFO:

-      Choose a low fat/skim cow’s milk or if using alternative milk, make sure its calcium fortified

-      When choosing Calcium fortified milks: aim for 300mg per 250ml (e.g. SoGood or Vitasoy brands)

-      This recipe is an exceptionally good source of calcium, with a whopping ~600mg of calcium per serve (when using calcium rich milk). This is equivalent to roughly 50% of your daily requirements

-      Change up the flavours with different plant-based milks like almond or coconut, or change up the type of fruit mixed in.

-      Blend fruit with milk before setting for different coloured chia puddings

-      This will keep in the fridge for around 4-5 days, so it is a perfect option to make in advance for busy mornings or for snacks at work.

-      Chia seeds are high in unsaturated fat and soluble fibre, which helps keep you fuller for longer.