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Spiced Chia Pudding with Cinnamon and Cardamom

This chia pudding combines soaked chia seeds with fragrant cinnamon and ground cardamom, creating a creamy, stretchy dessert-like dish that thickens as it sits. The final texture is smooth and custard-like, with tiny chia seeds adding a chewy, nutty burst in every spoonful, and the appearance is a speckled, pudding-like consistency.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Breakfast, Healthy
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tablespoons chia seeds preferably whole black or white
  • 1 cup milk dairy or plant-based
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup optional, for sweetness

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Combine the chia seeds, milk, ground cinnamon, and ground cardamom in a mixing bowl. Whisk vigorously until the mixture is well combined, and the seeds are evenly dispersed, coating all the seeds nicely. The mixture should be slightly thick and start to glisten.
  2. Add a teaspoon of honey or maple syrup if you like your pudding a touch sweeter. Whisk again to incorporate the sweetener evenly.
  3. Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or a lid and place it in the refrigerator. Let it sit for at least 10 minutes, or overnight if you prefer a thicker, more set pudding.
  4. After chilling, remove the bowl from the fridge. The mixture should have thickened significantly, with a pudding-like consistency. Give it a good stir to break up any clumps and ensure a smooth texture.
  5. Spoon the chia pudding into serving bowls. The pudding will be speckled with tiny chia seeds, and the aroma of cinnamon and cardamom should be fragrant and inviting.
  6. Finish with your favorite toppings—fresh fruit, nuts, a drizzle of honey, or a sprinkle of cinnamon—if desired. Serve immediately for the freshest flavor and best texture.

Notes

For a creamier pudding, use evaporated or coconut milk. Adjust the sweetness to taste. This dish can be prepared the night before for a quick and easy breakfast.