Snack time simply acquired gorgeous! Introducing a thick, creamy MATCHA chia pudding topped with a vibrant contemporary strawberry compote. It tastes simply as magical because it appears to be like! Plus, it’s filled with fiber and wholesome fat (whats up, omegas!) due to the marvel of chia seeds.
It’s gently energizing and excellent for prepping and having fun with all through the week or (should you should) sharing with associates. Simply quarter-hour lively time and 7 components required! Let’s make it!
All of it begins with MATCHA (a.okay.a. our gently energizing inexperienced tea bestie filled with antioxidants and the calming amino acid L-theanine)! We’ve beforehand added it to lattes, smoothies, frosting, snack bites, and cheesecake and reviewed the best brands. So why not add it to chia pudding, too?
That simply may need been our greatest determination this yr. We blended it with dairy-free milk (a mixture of coconut + almond for creaminess with out being heavy), maple syrup for sweetness, and vanilla to boost all of the flavors.
Then come the chia seeds to show it right into a thick, fiber-packed pudding! A whopping 2 tablespoons of chia seeds per serving present 7 grams fiber, LOTs of omega 3 wholesome fat, and nutritional vitamins and minerals galore, particularly vitamin Okay, B6, magnesium, iron, and selenium.
The pure (and pleasant, although acquired for some folks) bitter notes of matcha are the right pairing for candy STRAWBERRIES! And the colour distinction? 10/10!
We make a easy strawberry compote by cooking contemporary strawberries with a bit lemon juice and maple syrup. Let it cool, then add on prime of your chia pudding and luxuriate in!
We are able to’t wait so that you can do this matcha chia pudding! It’s:
Creamy
Thick
Fruity
Fiber-packed
GORGEOUS
& SO scrumptious!
It’s the right snack to make forward and luxuriate in all through the week while you need one thing nourishing, satisfying, and gently energizing!
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Servings 4 (1/2 cup servings)
MATCHA PUDDING
- 1 ½ cups dairy-free milk (plain, unsweetened // we like 3/4 cup canned gentle coconut milk + 3/4 cup almond milk)
- 2 Tbsp maple syrup (roughly to style)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1-2 tsp matcha powder (relying on efficiency // discover our favourite manufacturers here)
- 1/2 cup chia seeds
STRAWBERRY COMPOTE
- 2 cups ripe strawberries, hulled and quartered (measured after reducing)
- 2 tsp lemon juice
- 2 tsp maple syrup
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MATCHA PUDDING: To a mixing bowl (or container with a lid), add dairy-free milk, maple syrup, vanilla, and matcha (begin with the lesser quantity). Whisk vigorously, aspect to aspect is finest, to mix and break up any clumps of matcha. If there are any cussed clumps, you’ll be able to switch to a blender to completely mix. Style and modify, including extra matcha if desired or extra maple syrup for sweetness.
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Then add the chia seeds and blend till properly mixed. Let sit for 5-10 minutes at room temperature, then stir once more (to stop clumping). Cowl and refrigerate for 45-60 minutes (or in a single day). The chia pudding must be very thick and creamy. If not, add extra chia seeds, stir, and refrigerate for one more hour or so.
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STRAWBERRY COMPOTE: Whereas the pudding chills, make the strawberry compote. Add the strawberries, lemon juice, and maple syrup to a small saucepan and produce to medium warmth. As soon as effervescent, cut back warmth barely and use a picket spoon to muddle and mash the fruit. Proceed cooking over medium-low warmth for 10-12 minutes, till a lot of the berries have damaged down and it’s saucy and aromatic. Take away from warmth and switch to a clear jar or container to chill completely.
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As soon as pudding has absolutely set, divide, prime with beneficiant helpings of the strawberry compote, and serve! Leftover pudding will maintain coated within the fridge for as much as 4-5 days. Any leftover compote will maintain coated within the fridge for as much as 1 week and is scrumptious with oats, pancakes, waffles, French toast, and extra!
*Tailored from our Simple Berry Compote and How to Make Chia Pudding.
*Diet data is a tough estimate calculated with the entire strawberry compote and with half almond milk and half canned gentle coconut milk.
Serving: 1 (half cup) serving Energy: 194 Carbohydrates: 24.1 g Protein: 4.1 g Fats: 9.8 g Saturated Fats: 3.4 g Polyunsaturated Fats: 5 g Monounsaturated Fats: 0.8 g Trans Fats: 0 g Ldl cholesterol: 0 mg Sodium: 38 mg Potassium: 245 mg Fiber: 8.5 g Sugar: 12.7 g Vitamin A: 3 IU Vitamin C: 40 mg Calcium: 233 mg Iron: 3.7 mg
