Protect your heart at the start of your day with this easy breakfast recipe
Vanilla Chia Seed Pudding
Vegan, Gluten-free
Prep time: 5 mins
Total time: 5 mins *must be made the night before if eating for breakfast
Ingredients
1 cup unsweetened almond milk (you can also use coconut milk or any other milk you prefer)
3 TB chia seeds
1 tbsp. maple syrup, honey or sweetener of choice
½ tsp. vanilla extract
Dash of cinnamon
Suggested Toppings:
Blood orange segments and pistachios
Mixed berries and lemon zest
Diced mango, toasted coconut, and dark chocolate shavings
Sliced Bananas with cinnamon
Blueberries, toasted almonds and maple syrup
Granola and dried fruit
Instructions
In a bowl, add milk, chia seeds, maple syrup and vanilla extract. Whisk together. Let sit for 5 minutes and whisk again. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Top with toppings of choice and enjoy. The chia pudding will last up to 4 days in the refrigerator.