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A creamy, lightly sweetened chia pudding enhanced with vibrant antioxidant-rich matcha powder and warm vanilla notes. This energizing breakfast is loaded with fiber, protein, and Omega-3s and comes together with six simple ingredients.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1/4 cup chia seeds
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 teaspoon matcha powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup

Instructions

  1. Put the chia seeds into a bowl.
  2. Pour in the full-fat coconut milk and unsweetened almond milk, then add maple syrup and vanilla extract.
  3. Stir or whisk the mixture until evenly combined.
  4. Sprinkle in the matcha powder and whisk or stir vigorously until smooth and lump-free.
  5. Let the mixture rest for 15 minutes to thicken into pudding, stirring about halfway through the resting time.
  6. If the pudding is too thick after resting, add a splash of milk at a time until you reach the desired consistency; add more sweetener if desired.
  7. Transfer or divide the pudding into bowls or jars.
  8. Add desired toppings (optional) such as coconut yogurt, nuts, berries, or granola.
  9. Enjoy your creamy, dreamy matcha chia pudding!

Notes

This recipe makes 2 bowls, serving 2 people as a satisfying meal., Measured using US cup standard (240 ml)., Almond milk can be swapped with other dairy or non-dairy milks like soy, cashew, coconut, oat, or regular milk., Maple syrup can be substituted with liquid honey or date syrup; for keto, use liquid low-carb sweeteners like stevia., To make keto-friendly: replace sweetener and add 1 teaspoon MCT oil., For weight-loss friendly version: substitute 1/2 cup coconut milk with 1/4 cup regular milk and use low-carb sweetener., Adding a scoop of vanilla protein powder boosts protein; may require extra milk and skipping extra sweetener and vanilla extract., Leftovers can be stored in the fridge covered for up to 2 days; pudding may thicken and can be loosened with a splash of milk before serving., Perfect for meal prep; make ahead and add toppings before serving.

  • Author: Ashley
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Cuisine: American, International

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 264 kcal
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Carbohydrates: 18 g
  • Protein: 6 g