Let’s start with the Recipe:

1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk or other nondairy milk beverage

2 tablespoons chia seeds

2 teaspoons pure maple syrup

1/8 teaspoon almond extract

Mix all of the above ingredients in a small bowl or sealable container

Let soak overnight in the refrigerator (chia seeds will expand and soften)

In the morning, stir, and add your toppings!

Blueberries

Raspberries

Strawberries

Sliced bananas

Slivered almonds

Granola

Almost anything you like!

So just what are Chia Seeds?

They are the edible seeds that come from a flowering desert plant (Salvia hispanica).

Chia seeds originated in Central America and were a staple of the ancient Aztec diet.

They are VERY nutritious!

Here are just some of their benefits:

Loaded with antioxidants
High in quality protein
High in fiber
High in Omega-3 fatty acids
Naturally gluten-free
Contain the following nutrients: Calcium, Manganese, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Zinc, Potassium, and Vitamins B1, B2, and B3

Chia pudding is an excellent breakfast (or snack) that you can always have at hand and ready to go!

Enjoy :-)