Paleo & Vegan Chai Latte Chia Pudding Recipe

Introduction

This Paleo & Vegan Chai Latte Chia Pudding blends warm, aromatic spices with creamy almond milk and nutritious chia seeds. It’s an easy, comforting treat perfect for breakfast or a wholesome snack.

Ingredients

• 2 cups almond milk (or any dairy-free milk)
• 3/4 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground ginger
• 1/4 tsp ground cardamom
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/8 tsp ground cloves
• 3 tbsp maple syrup (or sugar free sweetener for keto)
• 1 black tea bag
• 6 tbsp chia seeds

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small saucepan, combine almond milk, cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, nutmeg, and cloves. Heat over medium-high heat while whisking occasionally.
2. Step 2: When the mixture starts boiling, turn off the heat and stir in the maple syrup.
3. Step 3: Add the black tea bag and steep for 15 minutes as the mixture cools.
4. Step 4: Remove and discard the tea bag, then stir in the chia seeds.
5. Step 5: Let the pudding rest for 5 minutes, then stir again to ensure the chia seeds are evenly distributed.
6. Step 6: Pour the mixture into a glass container and chill for 3 hours to overnight to allow it to firm up.
7. Step 7: Serve alone or topped with your favorite fruits, nuts, coconut chips, nut butter, or other toppings.

Tips & Variations

• For a stronger chai flavor, use a chai tea bag instead of a plain black tea bag.
• Swap maple syrup for honey if not strictly vegan.
• Add a splash of vanilla extract for extra depth.
• Use full-fat coconut milk for a richer pudding texture.

Storage

Store the pudding in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Stir well before serving, and enjoy it cold or at room temperature. If the pudding thickens too much, simply thin it with a splash of almond milk.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other types of milk?

Yes, you can use any dairy-free milk such as coconut, oat, or soy milk. Just choose your favorite for best flavor.

How do I make this pudding keto-friendly?

Replace the maple syrup with a sugar-free sweetener like stevia or erythritol. Make sure your milk choice is low in carbs as well.

Paleo & Vegan Chai Latte Chia Pudding Recipe

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This Paleo & Vegan Chai Latte Chia Pudding is a creamy, spiced dairy-free dessert or breakfast option. Infused with fragrant chai spices and black tea, sweetened naturally with maple syrup, and thickened with nutrient-rich chia seeds, it’s a comforting and wholesome treat that can be enjoyed chilled and topped with your favorite fruits or nuts.

• Author: Leo
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
• Yield: 2 servings 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: Vegan, Paleo
• Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

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Chai Spiced Milk Mixture

• 2 cups almond milk (or any dairy-free milk)
• 3/4 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground ginger
• 1/4 tsp ground cardamom
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/8 tsp ground cloves
• 3 tbsp maple syrup (or sugar free sweetener for keto)
• 1 black tea bag

Chia Pudding

• 6 tbsp chia seeds

Instructions

1. Heat the Spiced Milk: In a small saucepan, combine almond milk with cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, nutmeg, and cloves. Heat the mixture over medium-high heat, whisking occasionally to incorporate the spices evenly.
2. Boil and Sweeten: Once the milk mixture starts boiling, remove it from heat and stir in the maple syrup thoroughly.
3. Steep the Tea: Add the black tea bag to the hot milk mixture and let it steep for 15 minutes as the mixture cools to infuse the tea flavor.
4. Remove Tea Bag and Add Chia: Take out and discard the tea bag. Stir in the chia seeds to the flavored milk mixture.
5. Initial Rest and Stir: Let the chia seeds soak for 5 minutes, then stir again to break up any clumps and ensure even distribution.
6. Chill the Pudding: Pour the mixture into a glass container and place it in the refrigerator to chill for 3 hours up to overnight, allowing the pudding to firm up and the flavors to meld.
7. Serve: Enjoy the pudding as is or topped with fresh fruits, nuts, coconut chips, nut butter, or your favorite toppings for added texture and flavor.

Notes

• You can substitute almond milk with any other dairy-free milk such as coconut or oat milk according to preference.
• For a keto version, use a sugar-free sweetener instead of maple syrup.
• The pudding thickens as it cools, so make sure to chill for at least 3 hours for optimal consistency.
• Adjust the sweetness and spice levels according to taste by modifying maple syrup and spices.
• The chia pudding can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Keywords: Chai Latte, Chia Pudding, Vegan Dessert, Paleo Dessert, Dairy-Free, Spiced Pudding, Healthy Breakfast