Everyone loves mint chip, but have you tried matcha chip?! This will be your new love! Matcha has been used for centuries for its brain-boosting properties. Start your day with this chia pudding to get a little boost of caffeine and focus, while fueling with a delicious breakfast.
Ingredients
Serves 1
- ½ c full fat coconut milk from a can
- 1.5 tbs chia seeds
- 1/2 – 1 tsp matcha, depending on how strong of a matcha flavor you want. I love Matchaful matcha for this (and for matcha lattes!)
- 1/2 – 1 tsp pure maple syrup, depending on how sweet you like it
- 1/3 c unsweetened vegan yogurt (I love Forager Project), or sub regular yogurt if you prefer
- 1 tbs raw cacao nibs
Directions
- Shake the can of coconut milk very well prior to opening. This will ensure the milk and the cream combine. If you open the can and it’s not smooth, pour it all in the blender until you have a smooth consistency.
- Combine 1/2 c coconut milk and 1/2 – 1 tsp pure maple syrup in a bowl.
- Once the liquids are combined into a smooth consistency, add the chia seeds and matcha. Mix it realllllll goooodddd. Pro tip, a spoon is much easier to mix with than a fork here.
- Place in a glass container with a lid (I even prep mine in this container!) and stick in the fridge overnight. The chia seeds will do their magic and absorb the liquids to form a pudding-like consistency.
- When you’re ready to eat the pudding, add 1/3 c of unsweetened vegan yogurt and mix well. This will make the creamiest, most delicious consistency! Plus, a little protein and probiotics don’t hurt.
- Top with a sprinkle of raw cacao nibs.
- Enjoy as a grab-and-go breakfast or a sweet snack! The Matcha Chip Chia Pudding will stay fresh in your fridge for a week, so feel free to prep at the beginning of the week to enjoy for days!
Don’t be afraid to play around with the ingredient ratios to get the perfect flavor and consistency for you! You can also add any of your favorite toppings. I also like this recipe with blueberries for a burst of fresh, sweetness! Let me know how you prefer this recipe in the comments below, or send me a message on Instagram @healthbyhaven. I hope you love it as much as I do!
