Chia Gel: A Better Breakfast!
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
2 hrs
Total Time
2 hrs 5 mins
Chia gel is high is omega-3's and fiber. It makes a satisfying breakfast in place of oatmeal. Top it with your favorite oatmeal toppings like nuts, seeds, cinnamon or honey.
Course:
Breakfast
Cuisine:
Vegan
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 138 kcal
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup chia seeds
- 1 can coconut milk 13.5 oz
- Water to make a total of 2 1/2 cups of liquid Or use 2 1/2 cups non-dairy milk
- Pinch of sea salt
- Toppings of your choice
Instructions
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Put coconut milk, water, and salt in a jar and shake until well blended
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Add chia seeds and shake or stir
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Shake or stir frequently for the first 5 minutes or so. As the seeds begin to absorb the liquid they will swell and stick together. Shaking or stirring prevents this
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Allow to sit in the refrigerator for several hours or overnight. The seeds will continue to swell and form a gel.
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When ready to serve top with your favorite oatmeal toppings
Recipe Notes
Suggested Variations:
Strawberries, blueberries with toasted coconut
Green apple & cinnamon with pecans
Walnuts, pumpkin seeds and pumpkin pie spice
Blueberries and cardamom with pumpkin seeds
1/4 cup pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, cashews
Spoonful of coco, splash of vanilla and a little liquid stevia or honey
If the tapioca texture of chia gel bothers you, put the seeds and liquid in a blender and blend until smooth. You'll end up with a pudding texture instead.
**Nutrition information for 1/4 recipe of chia gel made with water and no toppings. Other liquids and toppings will alter the nutrition content