Cherry Chia Seed Pudding with Cardamom and Mint

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup chia seeds
• 2 cups almond milk
• 1 cup fresh cherries
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup, chopped fresh mint leaves

Steps

1. 1. In a medium bowl, combine the chia seeds, almond milk, maple syrup, ground cardamom, and vanilla extract.
2. 2. Whisk together until well combined and let sit for 5 minutes.
3. 3. After 5 minutes, whisk again to prevent clumping. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight until the mixture thickens.
4. 4. Once thickened, chop half of the fresh cherries and stir into the chia pudding.
5. 5. Divide the chia pudding among serving bowls. Top with remaining fresh cherries and sprinkle with chopped mint leaves before serving.

Notes

• For a smoother texture, blend the mixture instead of whisking.
• If cherries are out of season, substitute with frozen cherries — just thaw and chop before using.

Substitutions

• Almond milk can be replaced with another plant milk like oat milk or coconut milk.
• Maple syrup can be substituted with agave syrup or date syrup.