Description
A refreshing and nutritious Cherry Chia Pudding made with frozen cherries, dairy-free milk, maple syrup, and almond extract. This easy no-cook recipe blends the ingredients into a smooth cherry milk and then combines them with chia seeds to create a thick, naturally sweetened pudding perfect for breakfast or a healthy snack.
Ingredients
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Cherry Chia Pudding
- 1/2 cup (70 g) frozen cherries
- 1/2 cup (125 ml) dairy-free milk
- 2 teaspoons maple syrup, or to taste
- 1/8 teaspoon almond extract, or to taste
- 3 tablespoons (30 g) whole chia seeds
Instructions
- Blend Ingredients: To a blender, add the frozen cherries, dairy-free milk, maple syrup, and almond extract. Blend until the mixture is smooth and well combined. A small personal blender is ideal for single-serving portions.
- Add Chia Seeds: Pour the cherry milk into a jar or container. Stir in the whole chia seeds thoroughly to ensure even distribution.
- Initial Setting: Let the chia pudding sit for about 10 minutes, then stir again to break up any clumps that may have formed.
- Refrigerate Overnight: Cover the container and refrigerate the pudding overnight or for at least 8 hours to allow the chia seeds to fully absorb the liquid and thicken the pudding. Some chia brands may thicken sooner, but overnight is recommended for best results.
- Final Stir and Serve: Before serving, give the pudding a good stir. If desired, add more maple syrup for extra sweetness and top with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- No need to thaw the frozen cherries before blending.
- A small personal blender such as a Nutribullet works best for single servings.
- Different brands of frozen cherries vary in color vibrancy and flavor; lemon juice can retain color but may alter the almond flavor.
- The recipe was tested with sweet frozen cherries; sour cherries may alter the taste.
- Use whole chia seeds, not ground, to achieve proper texture.
- Measure almond extract carefully as it can be overpowering if too much is added.
- ½ cup of frozen cherries is about 70 grams when measured overflowing, not leveled.
- Chia seeds vary in gel strength; milk quantity can be adjusted between ⅓ to ½ cup to achieve desired pudding thickness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 11g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
