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Strawberry Chia Pudding

Strawberry Chia Pudding
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Strawberry Chia Pudding is a creamy, refreshing, and nutritious snack combining fresh strawberries, chia seeds, and plant-based milk. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or light dessert, it offers natural sweetness, a smooth texture, and is quick to prepare. This gluten-free, vegan-friendly pudding supplies omega-3s, fiber, antioxidants, and vitamins in each vibrant, tasty serving.

Ingredients

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Primary Ingredients

  • 1 cup fresh strawberries (ripe and juicy)
  • 3 tablespoons chia seeds
  • 1 cup milk of choice (almond, coconut, or oat milk recommended)
  • Natural sweetener to taste (honey, maple syrup, or agave syrup)
  • 1 splash vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Strawberries: Wash and hull about one cup of fresh strawberries. Slice half for topping and blend the rest into a puree to infuse your pudding with vibrant strawberry flavor and color.
  2. Mix Ingredients: In a bowl or jar, combine three tablespoons of chia seeds, one cup of milk, the strawberry puree, sweetener to taste, and a splash of vanilla extract if using. Stir thoroughly to break up any chia seed clumps.
  3. Chill and Thicken: Cover and refrigerate the mixture for at least four hours or overnight. Stir once or twice during the first hour to prevent seeds from settling and to ensure even thickening.
  4. Add Fresh Strawberries: Before serving, fold in the sliced strawberries or layer them on top to add fresh texture contrast and improve presentation.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Spoon the pudding into bowls or jars and enjoy immediately, or store in the refrigerator for a nutritious snack later in the day.

Notes

  • Use fresh strawberries for the best flavor; frozen strawberries can be used if thawed before blending.
  • Stir the chia mixture early and often during chilling to avoid clumps and achieve a smooth pudding.
  • Adjust sweetener based on the natural sweetness of the strawberries.
  • Choose thicker plant-based milks like oat or coconut milk for a richer, creamier texture.
  • Allow the pudding to set overnight for optimal flavor and consistency.

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Keywords: strawberry chia pudding, chia seed pudding, healthy snack, vegan dessert, gluten-free snack, plant-based pudding, omega-3 snack

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