Strawberry Chia Pudding with Cardamom

Ingredients

• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1/4 cup chia seeds
• 2 cups almond milk
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups fresh strawberries
• 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves

Steps

1. 1. In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, chia seeds, almond milk, maple syrup, ground cardamom, and vanilla extract. Stir well to combine.
2. 2. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results, until the mixture thickens.
3. 3. Once ready to serve, chop the fresh strawberries and fold them gently into the chia oats mixture.
4. 4. Spoon the chia pudding into serving bowls or glasses.
5. 5. Garnish with additional strawberries and a sprinkle of fresh mint leaves on top.

Notes

• This recipe is easy to prepare ahead of time. The longer the pudding sits in the fridge, the thicker it becomes.

Substitutions

• Use any non-dairy milk for almond milk if nut-free is preferred.