Description
A comforting and energizing pudding made with coffee and chia seeds, perfect for leisurely mornings or busy school days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup Chia Seeds
- 1 cup Brewed Coffee (strong and cooled)
- 1/2 cup Plant-Based Milk (almond, coconut, or oat milk)
- 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup or Honey (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1 tablespoon Cocoa Powder (optional)
- 1 scoop Protein Powder (optional)
- 1 pinch Cinnamon or Nutmeg (optional)
- 1 pinch Sea Salt (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, pour the cooled brewed coffee and plant-based milk, then add the maple syrup and vanilla extract, whisking until smooth.
- Sprinkle in the chia seeds while stirring steadily to prevent clumping, ensuring all seeds are wet.
- Taste the mixture and adjust for sweetness or strength, adding salt to enhance flavor.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least two hours, or overnight for best texture.
- After chilling, stir again to break gel pockets, adding protein powder if desired.
- If using cocoa powder, whisk it in now. Adjust flavors as preferred.
- Spoon the pudding into serving bowls, layering with toppings like fresh fruit or nuts as desired.
- Garnish with a splash of foamed milk or chocolate shavings for a presentation touch.
Notes
Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to five days. Stir in a splash of milk to regain creaminess if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Refrigeration
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: chia pudding, coffee, breakfast, vegan, healthy snack