Chia Pudding with Cashew Cream
A creamy chia pudding paired with smooth cashew cream, naturally sweet and perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Yield: ~1.5 L (6 cups) | Prep: 15 min | Total: 15 min + chilling
Ingredients
Chia Pudding
- 7.5 dl (3.2 cups / 24 fl oz) soy milk
- 1.5 dl (⅔ cup / 5 tbsp + 1 tsp) chia seeds
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 dl (3 tbsp / 1.7 fl oz) honey
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
Cashew Cream
- 2 dl (¾ cup / 3.4 fl oz) cashew nuts
- 2 dl (¾ cup / 3.4 fl oz) water
Instructions
Cold Version
- Combine soy milk, chia seeds, and salt in a container.
- Stir thoroughly to mix.
- Let sit for 5 minutes, then stir again to prevent clumping.
- Repeat stirring once or twice more until the mixture thickens.
- Refrigerate until ready to use.
Warm Version
- Combine soy milk, chia seeds, and salt in a saucepan.
- Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Cashew Cream
- Place cashew nuts and water in a blender.
- Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
- Refrigerate until ready to use.
Assembly
- In a bowl, combine the chia pudding with the cashew cream.
- Add honey and lemon juice.
- Stir until evenly mixed.
- Serve immediately or chilled.
Tips & Variations
- For the warm version, heat the soy milk first, then add chia seeds and salt while stirring for a smoother texture.
- Serve with fresh fruit and berries for extra flavor and texture.
- For a savory variation, omit the honey, increase salt to taste, and add finely chopped onion or tofu.