Deliciously Ella’s date and chia pudding recipe tastes so good, the nutritional benefits are merely a bonus.
Known for her delicious healthy recipes and commitment to good-for-you food, this recipe from Deliciously Ella is a super-simple, make-the-night-before breakfast option.
Chia seeds are a powerhouse of goodness – the tiny black seeds are packed with fibre, protein and antioxidants and, calorie for calorie, are one of the healthiest foods on the planet.
Deliciously Ella’s chia pudding recipe is the perfect post-workout breakfast as chia seeds are a great source of protein. These tiny seeds have superfood powers! Just three tablespoons deliver 8-10 grams of protein, contain healthy omega-3s fatty acids (to make your skin glow and hair shine), healthy fibre, calcium and magnesium. Check out these 5 protein sources that will surprise you, for more great things to add to your meals.
Deliciously Ella’s chia pudding recipe
Ingredients (serves 1)
4tbsp chia seeds
250ml almond milk
1tsp Beloved Date Nectar
2tbsp yoghurt
To serve
A handful of fresh raspberries
1tbsp goji berries
1tsp cacao nibs
Method
Place the chia seeds, date syrup and yoghurt in a jar and then pour the milk in. Stir everything together before placing a lid on the jar.
Store the jar in the fridge overnight (or for 6-8 hours), and during this time the liquid will be absorbed and the pudding will form a jelly-like consistency.
To serve Deliciously Ella’s chia pudding place it in a bowl and top with the raspberries, goji berries and cacoa nibs. Then tuck in!
Recipe created for Beloved by Ella Woodward.
Here are some other great breakfast ideas: Mango chia pudding, Breakfast jar parfait recipe, Crunchy overnight oats with date and banana recipe, Easy Banana Bread Recipe.
