Matcha Chia Seed Pudding
This matcha chia seed pudding is a quick, healthy and delicious breakfast option or snack! This recipe combines antioxidant-rich matcha green tea with creamy chia seeds to create a pudding that will give you the energy and nutrients you need to start your day right!
Servings: 1 serving
Calories: 471kcal
Ingredients
- ½ cup milk dairy or non-dairy, such as almond milk or coconut milk
- 2-3 tablespoons chia seeds (see notes) (use 2 tablespoons if for 1 serving. Use 3 tablespoons for a thicker, creamier pudding and if you are sharing this pudding)
- 1 date pitted
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract optional
- 1 teaspoon matcha green tea powder
- 2 tablespoon white chocolate (optional) (or more as desired, melted in microwave with a spray of oil)
- 5 strawberries, sliced (optional) for topping
- 1 tablespoon flaked almonds (optional)
Instructions
- In a pan, combine chia seeds and ¼ cup of milk. Cook over medium-high heat for about 3 minutes, stirring continuously until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Blend the pitted date with the remaining ¼ cup of milk until smooth. Add the matcha powder and vanilla extract (if using) and blend again until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, combine the matcha mixture with the chia seed mixture and stir until smooth and well combined. Transfer the pudding into a glass or jar.
- Top with melted white chocolate and sliced strawberries. Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
- Sift the matcha green tea powder: use a sieve to sift the matcha powder before blending (to remove any clumps).
- Stir continuously: keep stirring when heating the chia seeds with the milk for a uniform creamy textured pudding.
- Toppings: melted white chocolate and strawberries are a wonderful combination with matcha are are highly recommended for the best taste.
Nutrition
Calories: 471kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 10g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 57mg | Potassium: 565mg | Fiber: 17g | Vitamin A: 477IU | Vitamin C: 36mg | Calcium: 428mg | Folate: 40µg | Iron: 6mg | Zinc: 3mg