Chia pudding is one of my go-to snacks! Not only is it nutritious, but there are also so many different flavours to try. This means that you won’t be getting bored of it any time soon.

Chia Seeds

There are a lot of reasons to love chia seeds. These tiny seeds are:

• High in fibre – 2 tablespoons of chia seeds contain approximately 10g of fibre. That is a lot considering that women need 25g and men 38g of fibre per day. Fibre is important as it keeps our bowel movements regular, helps to lower blood cholesterol levels and helps to regulate blood sugar levels. Unfortunately many of us do not eat enough fibre, so adding chia seeds into your diet is an easy way to increase your fibre intake.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids – It is important to include plenty of plant-based sources of omega-3 fatty acids in your diet if you are a vegetarian. This is because omega-3 fatty acids support your heart health and brain health.
• A source of antioxidants – Antioxidants help to protect your cells against free-radical damage.

As you can see, chia pudding is not only a delicious snack but also a nutritious one!

Chia Pudding Recipes

Here are three of my favourite chia pudding recipes:

Cinnamon Apple Chia Pudding

This cinnamon apple chia pudding is so creamy with a hint of tartness from the apples and warmth from the cinnamon.

Ingredients:
400 ml can of coconut milk
2 tbsp chia seeds
2 large honeycrisp apples
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tbsp maple syrup
1/2 cup water

Method:
1. Mix the coconut milk and chia seeds. Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
2. Peel and chop the apples into bitesize pieces.
3. Place the apples, cinnamon, maple syrup and water into a pot and simmer over a low heat for 20 minutes or until the apples are soft. Allow to cool.
4. Assemble the parfaits by alternating layers of the chia pudding and stewed apples.

Mango and Coconut Chia Pudding

This mango and coconut chia pudding uses just three ingredients and will bring a little bit of sunshine to even the gloomiest of winter days!

Ingredients
1 cup frozen mango
400 ml can of coconut milk
2 tbsp chia seeds

Method
1. Use a blender to blend the frozen mango and coconut milk until smooth.
2. Stir in the chia seeds.
3. Put the chia pudding into mason jars or containers, cover and refrigerate for at least two hours or overnight.

Chocolate Orange Chia Pudding

Chocolate and orange is one of my favourite flavour combinations! This is the perfect mid-afternoon snack for those days when you are craving something sweet.

Ingredients
400 ml can of coconut milk
2 tbsp chia seeds
1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tbsp maple syrup
2 large oranges

Method
1. Mix the coconut milk, chia seeds, cocoa powder and maple syrup. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
2. Once you are ready to assemble the puddings, segment the oranges (ensuring that all of the pith has been removed) and cut them into bite sized pieces.
3. Layer the chia pudding and orange pieces in bowls or glasses.

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