17 Ways to Eat Chia Seeds for Breakfast
By Spoon University
These chia infused breakfasts won’t have you waking up on the wrong side of the bed.
1. Greek Yogurt Parfait with Blackberry Chia Seed Sauce
Breakfast of champions and Instagram stars.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 1
Ingredients:
For Blackberry Chia Sauce:
1 pint blackberries* (or other any other berry)
1 tablespoon chia seeds
½ teaspoon sweetener (or to taste): agave nectar, honey, simple syrup etc.
Water (as needed)
For Parfait:
1 cup Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons granola
1-2 tablespoons blackberry chia sauce
Toppings: mixed berries, chopped fruit, chia seeds, hemp seeds, coconut etc.
*Note: blackberries, raspberries and blueberries tend to all work well and maintain fresh flavors without being cooked, strawberries, however, tend to take on a fermented taste and the sauce will spoil quickly
Directions:
For Blackberry Chia Sauce:
Add 1 pint blackberries to the blender, adding a teaspoon of water at a time as needed in order to achieve a smooth consistency.
Add sweetener to taste. Usually ½ teaspoon will be sufficient, but it depends on the natural sweetness of the berries.
Add 1 tablespoon of chia seeds and blend on low until just incorporated.
Refrigerate for 4-6 hours or until the sauce has thickened into a loose jam.
Store in refrigerator for up to 1 week*. This makes approximately 1 pint of sauce, which can be used to make about 5-6 parfaits.
For Parfait:
Add ½ cup Greek yogurt to the bottom of a mason jar or container.
Layer 1-2 tablespoons blackberry chia sauce depending on personal preference.
Add a layer of fresh fruit*, followed by seeds/coconut/dried berries and granola.
Chill until ready for use. This makes 1 single serving parfait. The parfait will last in the fridge for about a week (until the yogurt or sauce expires) without granola on top.
*Note: If you’re not going to eat the parfait the same day, I would suggest waiting to put the granola on until you’re about ready to eat, otherwise it will become soggy. If you want to refrigerate the fully assembled parfait, put a dry fruit (such as blueberries or blackberries) versus a fruit that creates a lot of moisture (peaches, chopped strawberries) right below the granola to keep it fresh and crunchy.
2. Chia and Flaxseed Microwavable Oatmeal
Start breakfast with a bang. Recipe here.
Throw some fruit on top and you’re good to go. Here’s how.
4. Vegan Waffle
Who knew the secret ingredient to vegan waffles was chia seed pudding?
Prep time: 20-30 minutes
Cook Time: 3 minutes per waffle (30 minutes total)
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 10 large waffles
Ingredients:
16-oz. can (2 cups) pureed pumpkin
1 cup unsweetened applesauce
1 cup chia seed pudding
3 tablespoons flax seeds
2 tablespoons melted coconut oil
2 cups almond milk
2 tablespoons baking powder
2 cups Bob’s Red Mill GF Flour
1 cup Bob’s Red Mill GF Rolled Oats
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
1 scoop Vega Vanilla Protein Powder
Cooking spray
Cinnamon
Berries
Pomegranate Seeds
Directions:
1. Prepare chia seed pudding at least 2 hours in advance by mixing ½ cup chia seeds with 1 cup almond milk.
2. Turn on your waffle maker to pre-heat and grease it with cooking spray.
3. Combine pumpkin, applesauce, oats, almond milk, cinnamon, coconut oil, vanilla, baking powder and protein powder (optional) in a large bowl. Mix until smooth.
4. Gradually add flax seeds, flour and chia seed pudding. Mix thoroughly between each addition.
5. Let the mixture settle for 10 – 20 minutes to allow the chia seeds to absorb the mixture and become better binding agents. Add water or almond milk if the mixture seems too thick, or flour if the mixture seems too thin.
6. Pour a large spoonful of batter onto your waffle maker. Give each waffle 3 – 5 minutes of cooking time and continue to mix the batter until it has all been used.
7. Decorate your waffles with berries, pomegranates, cinnamon, cacao nibs… you name it.
8. Prepare to feel fully satisfied, energized, and ready to conquer the world.
9. Dig in.
And it only takes 10 minutes. Learn how here.
6. Peanut Butter Banana Protein Shake
A healthy milkshake? Score. Here’s how.
7. Tropical Coconut Mango Chia Pudding
Summer in a cup. More here.
AND it actually tastes good. Here’s how.
Literally rest easy while your chia transforms into an awesome breakfast. Recipe here.
10. Blueberry & Agave Smoothie
Blended goodness. Here’s how.
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Photos courtesy of thesassycook.com, Yonatan Soler, Becky Hughes, Brooke Bierhaus, Danielle Cahoon, Caitlin Shoemaker, Leah Nordman, Phoebe Melnick, Snixy Kitchen and Rachel Piorko.
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