CHIA PUDDING

HOW TO MAKE

L E A R N H O W E A S Y I T I S T O M A K E E N D L E S S C H I A P U D D I N G S

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Chia Background - You’ve probably heard about all of the awesome benefits of chia seeds and how they’re a complete source of protein by now, but many people are still hesitant to approach chia because they’re simply unsure how they’re supposed to use and consume this ancient superfood.

Well, you’re in luck, because today we’re going to provide you with a few ideas for getting you loaded up with the beneficial amino acids, fiber, antioxidants and omega-3 and omega-6 healthy fats from the mighty chia seed superfood!

First, know this: chia seeds soak up water like crazy! It is the preferred method of consumption. We don't recommend eating chia dry.

Chia is PERFECT for: puddings, dressings, milkshakes, smoothies, jams, sports drinks and smoothie bowls. But you can also bake with them! Chia seeds make the perfect egg replacement.

But we love making chia pudding because it is versatile and fun!

Chia Pudding to Change Your Life - let's begin!

While you could always simply mix your chia seeds in with a nice smoothie or oatmeal, chia pudding is one of the best and most filling ways to start your day, or end your meal with a protein-packed dessert!

Chia pudding is also one of the absolute easiest ways to incorporate more chia into your diet and make a great mid-afternoon snack to help hold you over until dinner time. Just follow our instructions below and add your own personal touches to unlock an infinite sea ofchia pudding recipes!

Once you know how to make a basic chia pudding, you can start branching out into new flavors and explore the infinite chia pudding possibilities in store for you!

1 . SOAKING YOUR

CHIA SEEDS

U N L O C K T H E F U L L B E N E F I T O F

Y O U R C H I A S E E D S

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First, to fully ‘unlock’ the benefits of your chia seeds, you’ll want to soak them in water in a mason jar.

We recommend starting with distilled or purified water. You'll need some mason jars with an air-tight lid. And a spoon or fork.

Want more flavor? Chia has a very neutral flavor so if you want to get a head start on the flavor profile, you can certainly soak your chia in something more exciting than regular water! Some of our favorite soaking liquids other than water include:

- Coconut Water - Juice - Oat Milk- Almond, Coconut, or any other Nut Milk

If you want to get REALLY creative with it, or if you're short on time, you can even blend yourself a nice base mixture using things like almond milk, dates, cacao, powdered peanut butter, or any other number of sweet or savory treats; your imagination is the only real limit! Just toss everything in a blender for a minute or two and you're ready to go!

We also recommend adding some sort of liquid sweetener to seal the deal. Our preferred sweeteners are:

*Note we only recommend certified organic ingredients because that ensures 100% pure ingredients.

* Date Sugar * Coconut Nectar * Stevia * Pure Maple Syrup * Agave Nectar

2 . CHIA SEED TO

L IQUID RAT IO

G E T T H A T R A T I O R I G H T !

Chia Gel = Best Egg

Replacement Ever!

Important! The ideal ratio you’re aiming for here is 1 part chia seed to 8 parts liquid.

This works out to 2-3 tablespoons of chia per cup of liquid, but feel free to scale that to your needs! Here's an example: 2 Tablespoons Chia Seedsto 1 cup water. Note: If you are working with less time, or simply prefer a thicker pudding, feel free to play with the above ratio by adding more chia or less water to get your ideal consistency.

And just so you know, if you tone down that ratio to 1 tablespoon chia to 2.5 tablespoons water, then mix it up with a fork, you’ll end up with an awesome egg replacer that’s great for vegan baking and other fun stuff!

Add your chia seeds to liquid - The first few minutes are critical to ensuring the chia forms a gel: For those first fifteen minutes or so, you’ll want to stir your chia seed/water mixture every couple of minutes to keep them nice and agitated. We find this prevents them from sticking to the side of the glass. After that, feel free to throw them in the fridge to chill overnight in a sealed, airtight container.

Time saver: If you are pressed for time, you can put them in a blender on low for 2 minutes and add any ingredient you want at the same time.

Ideally, you’ll want your chia mixture to soak overnight because it takes chia about 8 hours for the best results with maximum water absorption and seed expansion. Once it’s all said and done, your chia seeds will much more closely resemble a gelatinous paste.

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CHIA = The Perfect Egg Replacement for Baking

3 . ADD THOSE

TOPPINGS !

N O W C O M E S T H E F U N A N D

C R E A T I V E P A R T !

Once your chia mixture is all done soaking and you’re ready to serve it, add some fresh fruits like raspberries, strawberries, bananas, blackberries, blueberries, etc. and you’re ready to eat!

If you want to get even more creative, you can even sprinkle in things like pumpkin seeds, hemp seeds, dried fruits such as cranberries and raisins, or another drizzle of that liquid sweetener with some powdered sugar and cinnamon; the moral of the story? Don’t be afraid to get creative! Your taste buds are depending on you!

We would also like to stress the importance of using organic berries here and note that strawberries are some of the most pesticide- heavy fruits out there. It's also important to use a variety of berries day-to-day because of the rich antioxidant qualities. Biodiversity is the spice of life!

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CHIA PUDDING

RECIPE IDEAS

L E T U S H E L P Y O U W I T H S O M E

I D E A S F O R Y O U R F I R S T C H I A

P U D D I N G

Allow Us to Make Some Recommendations

So now that you understand how to make a simple cup of chia pudding, we're going to offer some of our favorite recipes to help get you started! We'll provide you with the ingredients, so all you have to do is add them into the recipe we just provided and you're good to go!

We'd also like to make a note that when buying your ingredients, the more organic ingredients you can get, the better. This will ensure the quality of the nutrition you're getting and that you are avoiding toxic pesticides, heavy metals, GMOs etc.

Also keep in mind that you can substitute the liquid in any of these recipes with water, another nut milk, oat milk, or any other liquid you think will work well. You may need to play around with the ratio when switching liquids, but the measurements should work out to be quite similar.

Also keep in mind that none of the sweeteners are set in stone here, so if you have a preference, feel free to mix it up!

While we like to keep things as sugar-free as possible, if your sugar craving just isn't being met, we'd recommend date sugar as the most natural replacement. 

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Basic Chia Pudding (4-6 Cups)

Base: - 3 Cups Water (Or Your Favorite Unsweetened Dairy-Free Milk) - 1/2 - 3/4 Cup Chia Seeds (as needed)

Flavor and Sweetener: - 1-3 Tbsp Pure Organic Maple Syrup

Suggested Toppings: - Coconut Chips - Fresh Fruit - Granola - Nuts and Seeds

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Chocolate Chia Pudding (2-3 Cups)

Base: - 1 1/2 Cups Unsweetened Almond Milk - 1/3 Cup Chia Seeds

Flavor and Sweetener: - 1/4 Cup Cacao or Unsweetened Cocoa Powder - 1/2 Tsp Ground Cinnamon (optional) - 1/4 Tsp Sea Salt - 1/2 Tsp Vanilla Extract (optional) - 2-5 Tbsp Pure Maple Syrup (to taste)

Suggested Toppings: - Raspberries, strawberries, blueberries, or any other berry your heart desires.

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Strawberry Chia Pudding (3-4 cups)

Base: - 2 Cups Unsweetened Almond Milk - 1/2 Cup Chia Seeds

Flavor and Sweetener: - 16 oz. Frozen Strawberries - 3-6 Tbsp Pure Maple Syrup - 1 Tsp Vanilla Extract

Suggested Toppings: - Coconut Chips - Whipped Cream - Strawberries - Fresh Fruit

Special Instructions: For the base, you'll want to puree the almond milk and strawberries in a blender first, then mix in your seeds and sweeteners after.

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SAVE T IME

STORING YOURCHIA PUDDING

M A K E O N E B A T C H O F C H I A

P U D D I N G F O R T H E W E E K !

In just minutes, you'll have chia pudding for the whole week!

As far as storage is concerned, we recommend that you keep your chia pudding in the refr igerator in an airt ight container.

Assuming those condit ions, your chia pudding should be OK in your fr idge for up to 5 days, though the sooner you eat i t , the better i t wi l l be. This makes i t easy to make large batches for the week!

TIP: I f you’re planning on adding fruit and other toppings to your chia pudding, you should wait unti l you’re ready to serve to do so. Make a batch of basic chia pudding/gel and add your toppings when serving later. Nothing is worse than week-old mushy strawberries ruining a perfect ly good cup of chia pudding!

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Chia Resources

The endless possibilities of chia seeds don't stop here! Please be sure to check out our latest chia recipes, how to's and information! And learn more about our mission to provide you with the most nutritious and purest superfoods on the planet!

We also recommend you try the Organic Pure Foods™ chia seed brand for your next chia pudding. This unique variety of chia seed is higher in Fiber and Omega-3 than traditional "commercial chia seeds." Plus the peace of mind knowing a 100% Pesticide Free Guarantee prevents unwanted heavy metals, pesticides, and GMOs from entering your chia pudding and harming you and your family's health! 

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