Date & Chia Seed Pudding!
This isn't your average pudding! This power-packed breakfast (or anytime!) treat is packed with gut-loving fiber and healthy fats, making it a delicious way to support a happy digestive system. Dates provide natural sweetness and prebiotics, while chia seeds are loaded with fiber and omega-3s – a winning combination for promoting gut health and keeping you feeling satisfied.
- 1/4 cup Chia Seeds
- 1 cup Unsweetened Almond Milk (plant-based milk of your choice)
- 3-4 Lion Desert King Dates, pitted and chopped
- 1/2 tsp Lion Dates Syrup
- 1/4 tsp Ground Cinnamon
- Pinch of Sea Salt
- 1/4 tsp Nutmeg (optional)
- Toppings (optional): Fresh berries, chopped nuts, granola, shredded coconut
- Calories: 250-300
- Carbohydrates: 30-35g
- Protein: 4-5g
- Fat: 10-15g (healthy fats from chia seeds)
- Fiber: 10-12g
- Sugar: 20-25g (natural sugars from dates)
- In a small jar or container, combine chia seeds, almond milk, chopped dates, vanilla extract (if using), cinnamon, and sea salt.
- Stir well to combine and ensure all chia seeds are coated.
- Cover the jar and let it get refrigerated for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight and allow the seeds to absorb the liquid and thicken.
- Once set, stir the pudding well before serving.
- Top with your favorite ingredients, such as fresh berries, chopped nuts, granola, or shredded coconut (all optional).