Warm Chia Porridge
Why Chia? It is FULL of omega 3 fatty acids, magnesium, calcium and FIBRE, making it a perfect breakfast food and snack food to add to your rotation. The whole family will love it – even picky toddlers!
It is also blood sugar balancing when cooked in healthy fat and topped with fibre rich fruits. You can add in a little collagen or protein powder for extra protein if you wish!
Prep: 5 minutes
Total: 10 minutes
Serves: 2
Ingredients:
- 1 tbsp ghee
- 2 cups coconut or almond milk
- 4 tbsp chia seeds
- 2 tbsp ground flax seed
Toppings:
- 1/2 an apple chopped finely or
- 1/4 cup fresh berries or
- 1 banana can be mashed into the porridge while cooking and/or
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Process:
- In a pan on medium heat, add 1 tbsp. of ghee, 2 cups of milk, then the chia seed and flax meal.
- Continuously stir all ingredients using a wood or silicon spoon, until pudding is thick (around 3-4 minutes).
- Add more liquid as needed.
- Once desired consistency reached, pour porridge into a bowl. You can stir in sweetener as desired – a drop of maple syrup or honey, or a pinch of monk fruit.
- Add toppings and enjoy warm!
Double or triple batch and refrigerate it for cold chia pudding the next morning!