Chia Pudding with Grain Free Granola

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes

Total Time 40 minutes

Servings: 8 Cups

Calories Per Serving: 624 kcal

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Ingredients

CHIA PUDDING

• 1/4 cup chia seeds

• 1 1/2 cups milk or water you can also use coconut milk

• 2/3 cup raw cashews soaked in water overnight and drained*

• 6 dates pitted

• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla

• Pinch of salt

• Fresh fruit for topping

GRAIN FREE GRANOLA

• 1 1/2 cups raw almonds

• 1 1/2 cups unsweetened shredded coconut

• 1 cup pecans chopped

• 1 cup raw brazil nuts chopped (can also use cashews)

• 1 cup shelled sunflower seeds

• 1 teaspoon cinnamon

• Pinch of sea salt

• 1/4 cup melted coconut oil

• 1/4 cup raw honey or maple syrup

• 3 tablespoons water

• 1 1/2 teaspoon almond extract or vanilla

• 1 cup dried apricots

• 1/2 cup chopped dried cherries or cranberries

Instructions

CHIA PUDDING

• In a small bowl, combine the chia seeds and water (or milk); set aside until the mixture forms a gel, about 20 minutes.

• Combine the cashews, dates, cinnamon, vanilla, salt, and half of the chia gel in a high-speed blender. Puree until smooth. Transfer the pureed mixture to a medium bowl and stir in the remaining chia gel.

• Serve immediately or keep stored in the fridge until ready to eat. Top with granola (recipe below) and fresh berries.

GRAIN FREE GRANOLA

• Preheat the oven to 165 C. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.

• In a large bowl, combine the almonds, coconut, pecans, brazil nuts (or cashews), sunflower seeds, cinnamon, and salt.

• In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, honey, water, and almond extract. Add the wet ingredients to the nut mixture and toss to coat.

• Spread the granola on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown, stirring halfway through. Remove the granola from the oven and stir in the dried apricots and cherries (or cranberries).

• Set aside to cool for 15 minutes before serving. Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days.