Healthy Chia Coconut Milk Pudding Snack

Chia seeds are easier to digest and use than flax seeds. It is also high in Omega-3 fatty acids. Chia seeds can form a bulky gel by absorbing 10 times their weight in water, so it has been known to reduce food cravings and help ones feel full faster making an excellent snack.

Ingredients:
Group A:

• 1 can of regular coconut milk,
• 1 can water
• 3-in ginger - peeled and slice
• 6 small sticks cinnamon
• 3 whole star anise
• 4 whole cloves

Group B:
2 tbsp coconut sugar
2/3 cupgolden chia seeds
1/2 cup cranraisins

Method:

1. Put all Group A ingredients in a medium size pot, bring to boil.
2. Simmer for 15 minutes.
3. Turn off fire and let stand for 10 minutes.
4. Strain out the spices.
5. Stir in Group B ingredients - mix well, so there are no clumps.
6. Refrigerate for 3-4 hours.
7. Spoon into small glass. Top with mixed berries (frozen or fresh) as desired.

Serves: 8

 
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