Description
This Strawberry Cheesecake Chia Pudding combines fresh strawberries, creamy cream cheese, and chia seeds soaked overnight for a luscious, healthy dessert or breakfast treat.
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Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 cup fresh strawberries
- 4 tablespoons cream cheese (at room temperature)
- 1 cup milk (almond milk, coconut milk, or regular milk)
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Step 1: Start by placing 3 tablespoons of chia seeds into your preferred bowl or jar.
- Step 2: Wash and hull 1 cup of fresh strawberries, then chop them into small pieces.
- Step 3: Add the softened 4 tablespoons of cream cheese to the bowl with the chia seeds.
- Step 4: Pour in 1 cup of your chosen milk – almond, coconut, or regular milk all work well.
- Step 5: Stir in 2 tablespoons of honey or maple syrup to sweeten the mixture naturally.
- Step 6: Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to give it a lovely, aromatic flavor.
- Step 7: Mix all the ingredients thoroughly, ensuring the chia seeds are evenly distributed and the cream cheese is fully incorporated.
- Step 8: Let the mixture sit for just a few minutes.
- Step 9: Stir once more to prevent any clumping and ensure a smooth texture.
- Step 10: Cover the container and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or ideally, overnight, allowing it to thicken into a delicious pudding.
Notes
- Refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight yields the best pudding texture.
- Use almond, coconut, or regular milk depending on dietary preference.
- Honey or maple syrup can be used interchangeably for natural sweetness.
