What a combination, Matcha and Chia Seeds! What is Matcha? It's a powerful green tea loaded with health benefits, because the whole tea leaf is ground into a powder and used. Although matcha has caffeine, there is a difference in how the body metabolizes matcha, it’s both a stimulant and a relaxant, perfect for keeping your mind focused during your day. There are loads of antioxidants found in matcha, and because with matcha the whole tea leaves are consumed, not just steeped as with other teas, you receive more of the health benefits.
The other power player here is chia seeds, these tiny seed are loaded with powerful benefits to our bodies. According to Dr Wayne Coates -AZChia.com, 15 to 20 grams (2 to 3 tablespoons) of Chia a day will provide you with all the omega-3 your body needs. For more about the benefits of chia, check out this post. Ch Ch Ch Chia.
I usually only use these two power players in my smoothies or maybe sprinkled over cereal or salads, but when I was invited to try some Matcha powder from KissMe Organics, I wanted to do more than just drink it. The idea of making a pudding came to mind, but I needed something to make a pudding consistency without using gelatin, chia seeds was the answer. When chia seeds absorb moisture, it thickens and becomes gelatinous.
I found that this culinary grade matcha from KissMe Organics, mixes more smoothly and it doesn't clump together as much as some of the others I have tried. For more on how to order click HERE.
I had never had chia pudding before so I was pleasantly surprised with the smooth creamy consistency. The whipped coconut cream on top took it to another level of decadent loveliness. It was hard for me to share.
Matcha Chia Pudding
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Total Time: 15 mins
- Yield: 4 1x
- Category: Sweet Treats
Ingredients
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- 1 cup almond or coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon matcha powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- maple syrup to taste
- 2 tablespoons, chia seeds
- 1 can of full fat coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- maple syrup to taste
Instructions
- Place can of full fat coconut milk in refrigerator to chill, I left mine in over night.
- In a large bowl,whisk (Affiliate Link) together milk, matcha powder and vanilla extract until well blended.
- Sweeten with maple syrup to taste, I added 2 tablespoons.
- Spoon mixture into serving bowls cover with plastic wrap and place in refrigerator for 2 or 3 hours or overnight.
- Stir in chia seeds, cover and place in fridge for 2 to 3 hours or overnight.
- Open the can of coconut milk and scoop out the firm layer of coconut cream from the top. The water that's left can be used in smoothies or you can just drink it.
- Place cream in a large bowl and mix with hand mixer until fluffy and light.
- Mix in vanilla and syrup to taste.
- Spoon cream on top of pudding.
- Serve and enjoy!
Disclaimer: This post is a review for culinary grade Matcha from KissMe Organics. I was given the opportunity to try this product from KissMe Organics for the purpose of this review. I received no further compensation for this review and the opinions are my own. The content of my review is my true and honest experience with this product.
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Robert @ Enzo Matcha says
Awesome article on matcha, I am just an enormous matcha supporter for almost any calendar year now which i truly loved your post, thanks : )
Celeste says
Matcha is awesome anytime any day.
Stephanie says
This looks so delicious! Thank you so much for linking up at Tasty Tuesday! Your recipe has been pinned to the Tasty Tuesday Pinterest board! Please join us again this week