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Orange Creamsicle Chia Pudding

Orange Creamsicle Chia Pudding for a Bright Morning Boost

Enjoy a delightful Orange Creamsicle Chia Pudding that's creamy, nutritious, and perfect for breakfast.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Pudding
  • 3 tablespoons Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice or store-bought without added sugars
  • 1 cup Light Coconut Milk can substitute with other plant-based milk
  • 1 4 Chia Seeds provides creamy texture and richness
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup can use honey if not strictly vegan
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract enhances flavor
For Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt use plant-based yogurt for vegan option
  • 1 cup Mandarin Orange Slices fresh or canned (check for added sugars)
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest optional for aroma and taste
  • 1/4 cup Coconut Flakes can substitute with chopped nuts

Equipment

  • Mason jar or sealable container
  • Whisk or spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Juice the oranges by squeezing the juice from three mandarin oranges, yielding about three tablespoons of fresh juice.
  2. In a mason jar or a sealable container, mix the freshly squeezed orange juice, light coconut milk, chia seeds, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until thoroughly blended.
  3. Let the mixture sit for about five minutes at room temperature to allow the chia seeds to swell.
  4. Seal the container tightly and refrigerate for a minimum of two hours, preferably overnight.
  5. Prepare desired toppings, slicing fresh mandarin oranges and zesting an additional orange.
  6. Once thickened, scoop the pudding into bowls and top generously with Greek yogurt, mandarin slices, orange zest, and coconut flakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 6gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 30mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 10gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Adjust the sweetness of maple syrup based on preference and feel free to experiment with different toppings like granola or mixed berries.

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