Break-The-Fast Chia Pudding
Michael Kerr • 20 February 2020
The perfect meal to break your fasting period. When breaking a long fast (i.e. 12-16 hours) it is important to choose your first meal wisely. Ideally, your first meal should be high in fiber and contain protein and healthy fat. Refined carbohydrates should be limited to avoid a blood sugar spike following fasting. Lastly, start with a small meal as overeating can cause a digestive upset.
A simple chia seed pudding is a great choice to break your fast with. Chia seeds are very high in fiber and omega-3 fatty acids. Preparing the pudding with coconut milk adds a nice richness. And the best part? The toppings. Choose whatever you like!
| Yield | Soak Time | Prep Time | Cook Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-1.5 Cups (2-3 Servings) | 3 Hours or Overnight | <5 Minutes | 0 Minutes |
Ingredients:
- 1 cup light coconut milk
- ¼ cup chia seeds
- Optional sweetener: 1-2 Tbsp. maple syrup or honey
- Optional flavourings: 1-2 tsp. cinnamon, matcha powder, cocoa powder, vanilla
Directions:
- Whisk the coconut milk and chia seeds (and optional sweetener/flavourings) together in a resealable container. Wait a few minutes and whisk thoroughly again.
- Cover and chill in the fridge for 3 hours (or overnight). If you are awake and available, stir the mixture once or twice more (no problem if you skip this step).
- Whisk well before serving. If the pudding is too thick, add a splash of milk while whisking. If the pudding is too thin, add another 1-2 Tbsp of chia seeds and let sit for 20-30 minutes until thickened.
- Sealed leftovers will keep in the fridge for 3-5 days.
Topping Suggestions:
- Berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries) or banana
- Pumpkin seeds
- Nut butter (peanut, almond, cashew)
- Bran buds
- Granola
- Shredded coconut
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