http://www.popsugar.com/fitness/Matcha-Chia-Pudding-Recipe-42370755
We're crazy over all things matcha, all things coconut, and all things chia pudding, so when the three combined in one recipe, we couldn't help but get giddy and excited.
1 cup coconut milk
1 tablespoon quality matcha powder
3 tablespoons sweetener (agave or honey suggested)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla bean extract
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional)
3/4 to 1 cup chia seeds, depending on preference for thickness
Matcha Coconut Chia Pudding Is a Thing, and You're Going to Want to Make It Immediately
Matcha Coconut Chia Pudding
Coconut oil is an optional ingredient, and you can choose the sweetener of your choice — agave was suggested to keep it vegan, raw honey for Paleo, condensed milk if there are no dietary restrictions. Raw, natural maple syrup is both vegan and Paleo.
Ingredients
2 cups unsweetened almond milk1 cup coconut milk
1 tablespoon quality matcha powder
3 tablespoons sweetener (agave or honey suggested)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla bean extract
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional)
3/4 to 1 cup chia seeds, depending on preference for thickness
Directions
- In a blender, blend almond milk, coconut milk, matcha powder, sweetener of choice, vanilla extract, almond extract, and coconut oil until very smooth. Pour mixture into a bowl.
- Whisk in the chia seeds and chill the pudding in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours. Stir the pudding, and continue to chill for an additional 4 hours or overnight to let the chia seeds expand.
- Layer with your favorite fruits or toasted nuts, or enjoy just by itself.