Healthy chia seed pudding- 4 flavors

I think it’s safe to say that I may not be the only one who feels that it’s quite hard to find healthy low-calorie snacks for weight loss that taste as amazing as they look. For this reason, when I come across some of the few tastiest healthy snacks like this chia seed pudding, I look for recipes or ways that I can make them.

I have been consistent with making my own chia seed pudding ever since I discovered that chia seeds are loaded with health benefits. One of the health benefits of chia seeds is that they are very rich in antioxidants, that help to prevent or delay cell damage in the body. Research also shows that the soluble fiber found in chia seeds may not only slow down digestion but also help to lower cholesterol.

Is chia pudding good for weight loss?

As it happens, chia seed pudding will help you on your weight loss journey by suppressing your appetite. Chia seeds are high in protein, but low in carbs (almost zero), and will help you manage your appetite by keeping you feeling full longer.

You can also drink chia seed water every day by adding chia seeds, mint, and lemon to your water. You must check out this popular chia seed water recipe to get started.

How much chia seeds should you eat a day?   

Given the many benefits of chia seeds, you might be asking just how many chia seeds should you eat a day to reap the maximum health benefits?

The short answer is, as long as you don’t eat chia seeds dry, you can add them to your food as often as you with. The long answer is that too much of a good thing is a bad thing. You should ideally stick to two servings of chia seeds a day- one serving of chia seeds is equal to 1 tablespoon.

There are so many ways that you can make your chia seed pudding and I have prepared a few to show you how.

Coconut chia seed pudding

To make coconut chia seed pudding, you will need:

• 3 tbsp.  chia seeds
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tbsp.  honey
• 1 tbsp. coconut flakes

Method

Pour chia seeds into a jug. Add vanilla coconut milk and honey and mix until well combined.

Pour in a glass and refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight.  

Remove from the fridge and mix again. Sprinkle with coconut flakes and serve chilled.

Chia seed pudding with yogurt

This chia seed pudding with yogurt can also be enjoyed if you are on keto diet. The easiest and yummy chia seed pudding with yogurt recipe I have found is this:

Ingredients

• 3 tbsp. chia seeds
• 1 cup double cream plain yogurt
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup full cream milk
• 1 tbsp.  honey or syrup
• ½ banana or mango, sliced

Method

Pour yogurt in a jug, and add vanilla, milk, chia seeds, and honey.

Mix well, and pour in a glass.

Refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight. Remove from the fridge and top with banana slices before eating.

Chocolate chia seed pudding

Ingredients

• 3 tbsp. chia seeds
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 level tbsp. unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tbsp. honey or syrup

Method

Pour chia seeds in a jug and mix with cocoa powder. Add vanilla, coconut milk, and honey and mix until well combined.

Pour in a glass and refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight.  

Remove from the fridge and mix again. Top with nuts or fruit and serve chilled.

Blueberry chia pudding

To make this amazing blueberry chia pudding you will need:

Ingredients

• 3 level tbsp. chia seeds
• 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries, or raspberries
• ¼ cup water
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup fresh cream

Method

Place the blueberries in a small saucepan on medium heat and add water. Use a potato masher to force the juice out of the blueberries.

Whisk and cook for 5 minutes.

Remove the berries from the stove and let it cool.

Pour chia seeds in a jug and add vanilla and refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight.

Remove from fridge and pour blueberry sauce on top of the chia seed mix and serve.