Chia Pudding Base

1. Start by pouring ¾ of a cup of oat milk into a jar or container, then mix through 2 tbsp chia seeds until they begin to absorb the milk. Mix in ½ tbsp rice malt syrup.

2. Make sure there are no clumps on the bottom or sides of the jar, then pop a lid on and put in the fridge. Leave overnight, or if you’re running low on time, soak for at least 30 minutes.

3. Prepare your toppings and flavours, as outlined below (Choc Dream, Berry Bliss, Tropical Treat).

Choc Dream
Mix 1 tbsp cacao powder through chia pudding. Then add ½ a sliced banana, 1 tbsp peanut butter and 1 chopped medjool date on top.

Berry Bliss
Add ½ cup blueberries, ½ cup strawberries and 1 dollop of coconut yoghurt to the top of chia pudding.

Tropical Treat
In a blender add 1 cup frozen mango, ½ a frozen banana and ½ cup almond milk, and blend until smooth and creamy.
Spoon mixture on top of the chia pudding, and drizzle the contents of 1 passionfruit over.

Per Serve: 1 Pudding
Calories: 400kcal/1700kJ
Protein: 11g
Carbohydrates: 62g
Fat: 14g

Ve – Vegan
DF – Dairy Free
GF – Gluten Free
Nut Free option – swap almond milk for soy or oat milk

Protein Packed + Healthy Skin

Chia seeds provide a range of health benefits, one of the most impressive being that they are a complete source of protein. The seeds contain all 9 essential amino acids that are required to build complete cells (which is why amino acids are also called the building blocks of life!) 22 amino acids have been found as being important to the health of the human body, and with 13 of these already being produced inside of us we need to consume the other 9 from our food sources. This is why complete plant protein sources are helpful for your optimum health and recovery.

Chia seeds also contain omega 3 fatty acids and antioxidants that help to nourish your skin from the inside out! Omega 3 fatty acids increase collagen, which is essential in the health and radiance of our skin and the oxidant-fighting cells help increase its elasticity, firmness and lock in moisture!