Easy and healthy Matcha Chia Pudding Recipe.

In last post I gave you some information about matcha, and why it is such a good idea to include it into your menu. And this healthy dessert or a quick breakfast is the perfect solution for those who value nutrition without compromising on flavor. Matcha provides a vibrant, bit bitter and tea flavor base that pairs beautifully with the creamy texture of plant-based milk and the nutritional power of chia seeds. It doesn't take much time to make, and can be prepared the evening before.

To begin you will need 1 tsp. of matcha powder and 30 grams of chia seeds. You will also need 120–150ml of your favorite plant-based milk; oat, soy, or almond milk all of them will work excellent. While sweetener is optional, it is helpful to keep in mind that matcha has a naturally bitter taste, so you may want to add a small amount of maple syrup, agave, or stevia according to your own preferences.

The preparation starts by pouring around 30ml of the plant-based milk into a glass container and whisking in the matcha powder until you achieve a smooth, lump-free paste.

Once the paste is ready, gradually whisk in the remaining milk and your chosen sweetener until the liquid is evenly green. You then stir in the chia seeds.. To achieve the perfect texture, let the mixture rest at room temperature for five to ten minutes before giving it a second stir, as this simple step prevents the seeds from settling into a solid block at the bottom. Finally, cover the container and refrigerate for at least three to four hours, though letting it set overnight will provide you with the thickest consistency.

For the best results, you can prepare the matcha in advance by sifting the powder through a fine-mesh strainer to remove any clumps. If you do not own a traditional bamboo whisk, a handheld milk frother is an excellent alternative for ensuring the base is perfectly smooth. Remember how I mentioned in my last post that I don't have a bamboo whisk? I use a milk frother instead, and I can assure you it works perfectly for dissolving the powder.

While this recipe is a wonderful base, it is easily customized to enhance its nutritional value. You can stir in a handful of walnuts or hazelnuts for crunch, or add fresh berries and sesame seeds (either directly into the pudding or as a topping) to create a more complex flavor and a beautiful presentation.

This recipe can also serve as a basic chia pudding recipe by simply skipping the matcha. According to internet search the perfect ratio for a creamy and thick consistency is one part chia seeds to four parts of your favorite plant-based milk. With that base the possibilities are practically endless and limited only by your imagination. For example, you can add fruit mousse, your favorite cookies, chocolate chips, pumpkin spice, vanilla extract, raw cacao and so on. So would you like to try this matcha recipe, or which other combination would you go for?

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