Is it a breakfast, lunch, snack, or dessert? The answer: ALL OF THOSE! Chia seed pudding is one of my favorite (and nutrient-packed) snack choices. If you are craving something sweet but don’t want to grab anything too unhealthy, this will be your newest “go-to” option. Chia seeds are packed with a ton of plant-based protein, fiber, and healthy fats, making them a nutrient-dense and filling choice. My favorite way to eat chia seed pudding is topped with fresh berries, granola, nuts, shaved coconut, and a drizzle of honey. Whatever way you choose to eat it, I know your taste-buds will love it too!

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup chia seeds
• 1 cup non-dairy milk
• 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Toppings (optional): berries, bananas, granola, shaved coconut, honey

Instructions:

1. In a mason jar with a lid, combine 1/4 cup chia seeds with 1 cup of non-dairy milk (I like to use oat milk). Stir.
2. Stir in maple syrup and vanilla extract.
3. Seal mason jar with lid and put into the fridge. After 20 minutes, stir again and put back into the fridge. Let settle in the fridge for 2-3 hours and stir again when ready to serve.
4. Scoop pudding into bowl and top with fresh berries, bananas, granola, nuts, shaved coconut, and a drizzle of honey. Enjoy!