Chocolate Blackberry Chia Pudding
Chocolate blackberry chia pudding
Serve: 4
Ingredients
Cherry Chia Jam:
- 200g frozen blackberries (or preferred berries)
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Chocolate Chia Pudding:
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1.5 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 1 cup greek yoghurt
- Dark chocolate chips
- Cocoa nibs
Optional serve choc protein powder
Method:
Blackberry jam:
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Add frozen blackberry, honey and lemon juice to a saucepan over medium heat.
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Stir occasionally for 10-15 minutes until thickened.
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Remove from heat and let it cool down.
For the chia pudding:
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In a bowl, combine chia seeds, cocoa powder, protein powder, honey and milk.
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Mix until fully combined.
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Cover and set in the fridge for at least 3 hours.
Serve:
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Put chia seed pudding into a serving glass/ jar.
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Add greek yoghurt and blackberry jam. Layer them beautifully.
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Top with cocoa nips and enjoy!
Macros per serve
Calories: 285
Protein: 14g
Carbohydrates: 23g
Fat: 16g
Fibre: 10g
Sugars: 12g
Health benefits
Chia seeds are one of the richest plant sources of omega-3 fatty acids (ALA) and are high in soluble fibre, which supports digestive health, bowel regularity and feelings of fullness. The fibre also helps slow the absorption of carbohydrates, supporting steadier blood glucose levels.
Blackberries are rich in anthocyanins, powerful antioxidants responsible for their deep colour. They also provide vitamin C, manganese and additional fibre, supporting immune health and gut health.
Greek yoghurt increases the protein content and provides calcium and probiotics (depending on the yoghurt variety), supporting muscle maintenance, bone health and digestive wellbeing.
Cocoa powder and dark chocolate contain flavanols, which have been associated with cardiovascular health and improved antioxidant protection.
Cocoa nibs provide additional minerals including magnesium and iron.