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Cherry Almond Chia Pudding

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Dawn Schenone, MSACN, CNS, LDN
Dawn is a board-certified nutritionist passionate about working with woman struggling with weight loss resistance. She believes a plant-based diet is the best approach to weight loss and long-term health. Learn how to eat more and weight less!
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This Cherry Almond Chia Pudding is my all time favorite! Cherry and almond are a perfect combo for this quick make-ahead meal or snack. Rich in fiber and plant-based omega-3.

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Cherry Almond Chia Pudding

Prep 10 mins

Total 10 mins

Author The Functional Nutritionist

Yield 5 servings

This Cherry Almond Chia Pudding is my all time favorite! Cherry and almond are a perfect combo for this quick make-ahead meal or snack. Rich in fiber and plant-based omega-3.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups almond milk or coconut milk (not canned)
  • 3 1/2 cups sweet cherries, divided (thaw if frozen)
  • 1 cup chia seeds
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 2 Tablespoons maple syrup (more or less to taste)
  • Dash of salt
  • Optional: slivered almonds or cacao nibs for topping

Instructions

  1. Mix almond milk, 2 cups of cherries, almond extract, dash of salt, maple syrup in blender until blended thoroughly.
  2. Add chia seeds and pulse once or twice to blend. You just want to mix the chia seeds into the liquid. 
  3. Immediately pour mixture into single serving bowls or mason jars.
  4. Refrigerate and mix every 1-2 hours until set.
  5. Divide the remaining 1 1/2 cups of cherries among the cups by spooning onto the top
  6. Add optional ingredients, if using.
  7. Refrigerate until ready to eat.

Notes

Good for 3-4 days in refrigerator.

Key Nutrients: calcium, iron, potassium, magnesium, fiber, and plant based omega-3 (α-Linolenic acid). 

Courses breakfast, snack

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 cup

Amount Per Serving

Calories 255

% Daily Value

Total Fat 11.1 g

17%

Saturated Fat 1.2 g

6%

Sodium 105 mg

4%

Total Carbohydrates 35.1 g

12%

Dietary Fiber 13.1 g

52%

Sugars 17.7 g

Protein 6.9 g

14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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