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Blueberry and Maple Chia Seed Pudding

What is chia pudding?

Chia pudding is a nutritious breakfast or dessert made using primarily chia seeds and plant milk. Sweeteners and toppings are also usually added for extra flavour. Chia pudding makes a perfect breakfast choice as it will leave you feeling full and energised throughout your day. You can also enjoy it as a nutritious snack during the day – simply prepare one the night before and it’s ready to eat whenever you want it.

Why is chia pudding healthy?

Chia seeds are commonly viewed as a superfood due to the incredible nutritional profile packed into their tiny size.

Here are 4 of the key benefits of chia seeds that help to make chia pudding so healthy.

  1. High in fibre – fibre is an important macronutrient that supports blood sugar control, cholesterol levels and gut health.
  2. High in protein – our Organic Chia Super Seeds have a 20% protein content making them a great plant-based source of protein which is important for the growth and maintenance of muscle tissue.
  3. Contains healthy fats – chia seeds contain the essential omega fatty acids EPA and DHA which are important for supporting heart health.1
  4. Source of minerals – chia seeds contain magnesium and iron, both minerals that help to reduce feelings of tiredness or fatigue.2

Tips for making the best chia pudding

Texture – After setting in the fridge, it has a delicious pudding texture that can be added to with your favourite berries, fruit or seeds. If you find you want the consistency a bit thicker or smoother, adjust the ration of chia seeds to plant milk until your find your perfect level of thickness.

Mixing – Make sure you mix your chia seeds thoroughly with the milk to make sure they combine evenly and this will avoid any unwanted lumps or separation.

Taste – This recipe use our Maple Sugar-Free Syrup which is a fat-free and sugar-free sweetener option that is perfect for those wanting to cut down on unnecessary sugar or calories. You can add more flavour using our versatile FlavDrops which are a great way to change up the flavours quickly and easily, depending on what you feel like that day. Alternatively, if you are a chocoholic then you can add some Organic Cacao Powder to the chia seeds before mixing with the plant milk.

Storage – Chia pudding is super easy to make and can be prepared in just about anything from a glass mason jar to your trusty tupperware! When stored in the fridge, it will keep for up to a week.

Blueberry and Maple Chia Pudding

Blueberry and Maple Chia Seed Pudding

Ingredients 

Method 

  1. In a small bowl, add the chia seeds, lemon juice, plant milk and half of the maple Sugar-Free Syrup. Mix well and leave covered in the fridge for at least an hour for the chia pudding to thicken. 
  2. Next, add half the blueberries to a small pan with the rest of the maple Sugar-Free Syrup. Gently bring to a simmer, allowing the blueberries to soften and combine with the syrup. Take off the heat and cool completely.
  3. When ready to serve, add to a bowl or jar and add a tbsp. of the blueberry syrup and serve.

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2019-12-24 11:30:59By Arabella Ogilvie


  1. DHA and EPA contribute to the normal function of the heart.
  2. Magnesium and iron contribute to a reduction of tiredness and fatigue.


Arabella Ogilvie

Arabella Ogilvie

Writer and expert

Arabella has a Bachelor of Science degree in Physiology from the University of Glasgow where she covered health topics ranging from the physiological effects of exercise and nutrition, to psychology and neuroscience.

She has a lifelong interest in sport and fitness, including running, swimming, hockey, and especially rowing. At university, Arabella was a keen rower and competed in the first boat at events such as the prestigious Henley Women’s Regatta, The Scottish Boat Race, and British University Championships, and won Novice Rower of the year in her first year.

In her spare time, Arabella loves to train in the gym and practice yoga and meditation. She is passionate about the natural world and will take any opportunity to be outdoors.

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