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Easy Raspberry Chia Pudding
Daniel Hayes

Easy Raspberry Chia Pudding

A creamy, vibrant, and highly nutritious meal-prep breakfast. This simple recipe features mashed fresh raspberries, pure non-alcoholic vanilla bean, and chia seeds for a perfect grab-and-go morning meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Chilling Time 4 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 245

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup fresh raspberries (plus extra for garnish)
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup or agave nectar
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla bean powder (alcohol-free)
  • 1 cup milk of choice (whole, oat, or almond milk)
  • 1/4 cup whole chia seeds
  • 1 pinch sea salt

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl A medium-sized bowl for combining the ingredients.
  • Whisk Essential for breaking up clumps and evenly distributing the chia seeds.
  • Glass Jars Mason jars or airtight containers for individual meal prep storage.

Method
 

  1. In a medium mixing bowl, add the fresh raspberries and the maple syrup. Using the back of a fork, gently mash the raspberries until they break down into a chunky, vibrant purée.
  2. Pour the milk of choice into the raspberry purée. Add the pure vanilla bean powder and a pinch of sea salt. Whisk until the liquid turns a bright pink color.
  3. Sprinkle the chia seeds over the liquid mixture. Whisk vigorously for 60 seconds to ensure all the seeds are submerged and separated.
  4. Allow the bowl to sit undisturbed on the counter for 5 to 10 minutes. This allows the seeds to begin their rapid hydration process.
  5. Return to the bowl and whisk aggressively a second time, breaking up any clumps of seeds that have formed at the bottom. This 'Two-Stir Method' guarantees a velvety texture.
  6. Divide the mixture evenly between two airtight glass jars or containers. Seal tightly with lids.
  7. Place the jars in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or ideally overnight, until the pudding has set into a thick, creamy consistency.
  8. Before serving, top the chilled pudding with a handful of fresh whole raspberries, a drizzle of maple syrup, or your favorite seeds.

Notes

Ensure you use the 'Two-Stir Method' mentioned in the article—stirring once, resting for 5 minutes, and stirring again—to prevent the chia seeds from clumping.