Description
A nutrient-packed, no-cook breakfast with chia, flax and pumpkin seeds. Perfect for post-bariatric recovery or busy mornings!
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tbsp ground flaxseeds
- 1 tbsp pumpkin seeds
- 1 tbsp hemp hearts
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or oat milk)
- ยฝ tsp vanilla extract
- ยผ tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp honey or sugar-free maple syrup
- ยผ cup mashed raspberries (optional)
Instructions
- Soak the Base: In a 16-oz jar, combine chia seeds, flaxseeds and almond milk. Whisk vigorously for 30 seconds.
- Rest: Let sit 5 minutes, then whisk again to prevent clumping.
- Flavor: Stir in vanilla, cinnamon and honey.
- Layer: Add raspberries (if using), then sprinkle pumpkin seeds and hemp hearts on top without stirring.
- Seal: Press plastic wrap directly on surface and refrigerate overnight (minimum 4 hours).
Notes
- Substitutions: Use basil seeds or tapioca pearls instead of chia, coconut milk for nut-free version
- Storage: Keeps 3 days in fridge. Revive with splash of milk if too thick.
- For kids: Blend for smoother texture, halve chia amount for under 5s
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg