Strawberry Chia Pudding with Cardamom and Mint

Ingredients

• ½ cup chia seeds
• 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
• 1 cup, hulled and sliced fresh strawberries
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• ½ teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ¼ cup, chopped fresh mint leaves
• ¼ cup sunflower seeds

Steps

1. 1. In a mixing bowl, combine chia seeds, almond milk, maple syrup, ground cardamom, and vanilla extract. Stir well to combine.
2. 2. Let the mixture sit for about 5 minutes, then stir again to prevent clumping of chia seeds.
3. 3. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight, until the chia seeds have expanded and the pudding has thickened.
4. 4. Once set, divide the chia pudding into serving bowls.
5. 5. Top each serving with sliced strawberries, chopped fresh mint, and sunflower seeds.

Notes

• The pudding can be prepared the night before for an easy breakfast.
• Adjust sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup according to preference.

Substitutions

• Use coconut milk instead of almond milk for a creamier texture.
• Any other berries can be substituted for strawberries.