Ingredients
Base
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup milk of choice
Seeds and Powder
- 3 tablespoons chia seeds (use 4 tablespoons for a thicker consistency)
- 1 teaspoon matcha powder, sifted
Flavorings
- 2-3 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Mix Matcha and Yogurt: In a bowl, whisk the sifted matcha powder into the plain Greek yogurt until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps, ensuring the matcha is fully incorporated.
- Add Sweeteners and Flavorings: Stir in the maple syrup (or honey), vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor and balance the bitterness of matcha.
- Combine Milk and Chia Seeds: Pour in your choice of milk and add the chia seeds, stirring thoroughly to evenly distribute the seeds and prevent clumps.
- Rest and Stir: Let the pudding mixture sit for about 5 minutes, then stir again to break up any chia seed clumps that may have formed during resting.
- Refrigerate to Thicken: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow the chia seeds to absorb liquid and the pudding to thicken to a creamy consistency.
- Serve: Stir the pudding before serving and optionally top with your favorite fresh fruit, nuts, or seeds for added texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use a sifter for the matcha powder to avoid clumping in the pudding.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of maple syrup or honey to your taste preference.
- For a thicker pudding, increase chia seeds to 4 tablespoons.
- Use any milk of choice such as almond, oat, dairy, or coconut milk to tailor to dietary needs or flavor preferences.
- The pudding tastes best after chilling overnight but can be eaten after 2 hours if pressed for time.
- Add toppings like sliced strawberries, blueberries, shredded coconut, or chopped nuts to enhance both flavor and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Fusion
- Diet: Low Fat
