Recipe for chia pudding with pears
This delicious light dessert is naturally sweetened with fresh pears and maple syrup. Flaked almonds and vanilla add an extra touch of flavour. And thanks to its pre- and probiotics, chia pudding also supports gut health.
Chia pudding with pears is made in a flash
These quantities make 4 servings, perfect as a dessert or even for breakfast.
Ingredients
500ml milk of choice
6 tbsp. chia seeds
2 tsp. vanilla extract
2 tsp. maple syrup
4 pears
4 tbsp. lemon juice
400g Greek yoghurt
Flaked almonds
Method
- Mix the milk, chia seeds, vanilla extract and maple syrup. Cover and leave to soak for at least two hours, ideally overnight.
- Dice the pears and toss with the lemon juice.
- Toast the almond flakes in a dry pan until golden.
- Layer the chia mixture, yoghurt and diced pear in glasses. Decorate with the flaked almonds.
Pre- and probiotics
Greek yoghurt is rich in probiotics which support a healthy gut microbiome. And pears provide valuable prebiotics that promote the growth of these beneficial bacteria, further contributing to strong microbiome health.
Protein
Proteins help trigger satiety hormones while lowering levels of the hunger hormone, ghrelin. As a result, we not only feel full quickly, but for longer too.
Chia, a superfood
The high levels of fibre contained in chia seeds help stabilise blood sugar levels and prolong satiety. They are also an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants and essential vitamins and minerals such as calcium, magnesium and iron.