Description
This Detox Matcha Chia Pudding with Mango is a refreshing and nutritious breakfast or snack option, packed with antioxidant-rich matcha, fiber-loaded chia seeds, and naturally sweet fresh fruit. It’s a simple no-cook recipe that requires minimal prep time and offers a creamy, satisfying texture, perfect for a healthy start to the day or a wholesome dessert.
Ingredients
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Pudding Ingredients
- 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 1/2 cup chia seeds
- 2 teaspoons green tea matcha powder
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- pinch salt
- 4 tablespoons agave nectar
Optional Toppings
- 1 cup fresh fruit such as mango or kiwi
- 1/4 cup sweetened toasted coconut flakes
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the unsweetened almond milk, chia seeds, matcha powder, vanilla extract, pinch of salt, and agave nectar until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- Chill the Pudding: Cover the bowl and place it in the refrigerator to chill for 6 hours, allowing the chia seeds to absorb the liquid and thicken into a pudding-like consistency.
- Serve and Garnish: After chilling, stir the pudding well to ensure an even texture. Spoon the pudding into serving bowls and top with your choice of fresh fruit such as mango or kiwi, and sprinkle with toasted coconut flakes if desired.
Notes
- This pudding is packed with nutritious ingredients, making it perfect for breakfast, a healthy snack, or a light dessert.
- You can substitute almond milk with any milk of your choice, such as coconut milk or oat milk, to suit your dietary preferences.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less agave nectar or maple syrup according to your taste preference.
- Leftover pudding can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a creamier texture, you can blend the milk and chia mixture briefly before chilling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg