Ingredients :
- 100 ml almond milk or your favorite plant-based alternative
- 15 g chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
Instructions:
- In a bowl, combine the almond milk, chia seeds, cinnamon and unsweetened cocoa. Leave this fusion to rest in the fridge for at least 2 hours or, if you prefer, make it the day before for an early-morning treat.
- Once the two hours have elapsed, gently blend the mixture again. If it has firmed up too much, simply add a little almond milk to restore the desired consistency.
- To enhance this creation, add maple syrup, to obtain a sweetness that harmonizes with the toppings you prefer.
- Time to enjoy! Enjoy the culmination of your efforts and revel in the layers of flavors and textures you’ve created.
A little advice on chia seeds!
Time to share some fantastic information about chia seeds! Did you ever imagine that these tiny seeds could undergo such a captivating transformation? When chia seeds take a liquid bath, they undergo a remarkable metamorphosis: they increase in size and acquire a gelatinous texture.
With a pleasantly slippery feel reminiscent of pudding, chia seeds transform into the perfect canvas for culinary creativity. Their unique quality lies in their ability to absorb and reflect the flavors of their companions, further enhancing their appeal as a first-rate pudding ingredient.
Topping ideas:
- Every chia seed pudding deserves an exquisite finishing touch! Here’s a selection of our favorites:
- Fresh, bright fruit: Consider juicy berries, juicy strawberries, ripe bananas, tart raspberries or crisp apples.
- Nuts: Add almonds, walnuts or peanuts for a delicious crunch with every spoonful.
- Creamy nut butters: Upgrade your recipe with peanut butter, almond butter or cashew butter for an irresistibly rich touch.
- Healthy granola: Add texture and earthy flavors with a sprinkle of granola, transforming every bite into a tasty treat.
- Velvety coconut cream: Raise the sweetness factor with a dollop of luxurious coconut cream.
- Greek yogurt: Up the protein and creaminess factor with a dollop of tangy Greek yogurt.
And the magic doesn’t stop there! These toppings can adorn the top of your chocolate chia seed pudding or melt into the mixture itself, resulting in a delicious symphony of flavors and textures that’s sure to delight your senses.
