Strawberry Maple Chia Pods

A simple make-ahead breakfast for those of us who have little time in the mornings or prefer the extra sleep in. This recipe stars chia seeds which are packed full of healthy fats and soluble fibre for a healthy heart and happy gut. Between the chia and the milk, one serve of this will provide 310 mg of calcium and not to mention a whole lot of flavour!


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Serves 2

Ingredients:

  • ¼ cup chia seeds

  • ⅓ cup rolled oats

  • 1 cup low fat milk

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 2 tsp maple syrup

  • Optional: 1 scoop protein powder of choice

  • 1 cup strawberries (chopped into halves or quarters), plus extra for topping

  • Chopped nuts/seeds for topping (optional)

     

Method:

  1. Mix chia seeds, rolled oats, milk, vanilla extract, maple syrup, strawberries +/- protein powder in large tupperware container

  2. Refrigerate overnight, or until thick

  3. Scoop out your serve and top with extra berries and/or chopped nuts/seeds.

RecipesMichelle Theodosi