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Tropical fruit chia seed cups.

Tropical fruit chia seed cups.

Hello my friends!  As we transition to warmer and longer  spring days ,I find myself craving lighter meals made with simple and fresh ingredients. These tropical fruit chia seed cups are made with fresh , juicy mango, pineapple, coconut and protein packed chia seeds.. These…

Mango Kiwi Chia seed pudding

Mango Kiwi Chia seed pudding

This mango kiwi chia seed pudding is an all around winner in my books. Not only does this chia seed pudding look stunning, it tastes amazing, incredibly easy to make and is packed with nutrition. Mother’s day is right around the corner and surprise the…

Chia seed pudding with strawberry compote

Chia seed pudding with strawberry compote

Valentine’s day is right around the corner. I wanted to share this  simple, delicious and easy to make chia seed pudding with strawberry compote. Not only is this recipe easy to make but it’s incredibly healthy too. Make this chia seed pudding with strawberry compote for that special person in your life.

I was hesitant to share this recipe because it’s so easy to make, but then again life is too busy to stress over what to make. To make this recipe you’ll need:

Coconut milk

Vanilla

Maple syrup

Chia seeds

Coconut oil

Strawberries

I topped the chia seed pudding with a strawberry compote, toasted coconut and shredded chocolate, it’s so delicious. The one thing I love about chia seeds, other than its nutritional profile, is its versatility. You see this chia seed pudding is perfect for breakfast or dessert.

Chia seed pudding with strawberry compote

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups coconut milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup chia seeds
  • 1 cup frozen strawberries
  • 1 handful toasted coconut flakes

Instructions

  1. n a medium bowl add coconut milk, vanilla, and maple syrup. Stir ingredients well.
  2. In a medium pot, add coconut oil, frozen strawberries. Cook over medium heat, stirring regularly until strawberries are cooked.
  3. Place in the fridge for at least two hours or overnight. Stir at least once before leaving overnight.
  4. Toast coconut flakes until lightly brown.
  5. Place pudding into cups and top with strawberry compote, coconut, and flaked chocolate.
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Healthy benefits of Chia Seeds:

These seeds might be small but they sure are full of nutritional benefits. Did you know these little seeds are the only food to have a medical patent for blood glucose control. Chia seeds are high in fibre, protein, and anti inflammatory omega-3 fatty acids.  Chia seeds are also a good source of vitamins and minerals such as calcium, phosphorus, and maganese to help support strong healthy bones. Who ever knew a little seed could deliver such a major nutrition punch.

 

 

Happy Valentines Day!

Raspberry chia seed pudding

Raspberry chia seed pudding

This raspberry chia seed pudding is made with 7 ingredients and makes for a healthy breakfast and or snack. This raspberry chia seed pudding is packed with flavour and healthy ingredients to keep you going all morning long.. Not only does this pudding taste amazing…

Pumpkin chia seed pudding

Pumpkin chia seed pudding

I love pumpkin. As soon as fall sets in all I want to eat is pumpkin. Since its been a while since I made chia seed pudding, I thought why not, this pumpkin chis seed pudding is pretty darn good. The girls loved this pudding…