Gingerbread Chia Seed Pudding

This healthy, make-ahead breakfast pudding is made with nutrient-rich chia seeds, creamy coconut milk and warm gingerbread spices. 

The holidays are upon us which means life is busy – in all the best of ways! Whether you’re hosting guests in from out of town or simply need a healthy make-ahead breakfast for busy mornings, this Gingerbread Chia Seed Pudding is for you.

If you’ve never tried chia pudding before, it reminds me a bit of tapioca pudding with more crunch. As the nutrient-dense chia seeds soak overnight in coconut milk, they expand and the pudding thickens.

Scented with warm spices like cinnamon, cloves and ginger, then sweetened with molasses and maple syrup, each bite is reminiscent of a delicious gingerbread cookie – minus the butter and sugar.

In the morning, I like to top mine with fresh fruit and crunchy pecans for added texture. Of course, feel free to get creative here. Walnuts, shredded coconut, almonds or flax seed would all be great toppings as well.

Pro Tip: Get ahead and whip up a double batch when you have a little extra time. You’ll be so happy to have this hearty and nutritious vegan breakfast recipe waiting for you when you’re ready, all week long.

Your spoon is waiting.

Gingerbread Chia Seed Pudding

This healthy, make-ahead breakfast pudding is made with nutrient-rich chia seeds, creamy coconut milk and warm gingerbread spices. 

5 from 1 vote

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Course: Breakfast, Vegetarian

Cuisine: American

Keyword: breakfast, chia, gingerbread, protein smoothie

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes

Servings: 4

Calories: 294kcal

Author: Liz DellaCroce

Ingredients

• 1.75 cups full-fat coconut milk (one 15 ounce can)
• 2 tablespoons molasses dark or light
• 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• pinch salt
• 1/3 cup chia seeds
• chopped pecans, banana slices, molasses optional garnish

Instructions

• In a medium bowl, whisk together coconut milk molasses, maple syrup and spices (cinnamon through salt). Add in the chia seeds and whisk again. Pour into individual cups or leave in bowl.
• Cover and refrigerate overnight. Serve in the morning with pecans, banana slices and additional molasses if you wish. 

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Nutrition Facts

Gingerbread Chia Seed Pudding

Amount Per Serving

Calories 294 Calories from Fat 176

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 19.5g 30%

Saturated Fat 13.4g 67%

Polyunsaturated Fat 6.1g

Sodium 184mg 8%

Total Carbohydrates 23.4g 8%

Dietary Fiber 6.9g 28%

Sugars 8.6g

Protein 5.3g 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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