Brown Butter Chia Pudding
Prep
10 mins
Cook
20 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
This brown butter chia pudding has become my go to breakfast when I want something nourishing but honestly? It takes barely thirty minutes total from start to table. The chia seeds are packed with omega 3s and fiber, so you're getting real nutrition alongside something that tastes almost indulgent. The nutty depth of brown butter elevates what could be a simple pudding into something special, and the combination of creamy, crunchy, and berry bright flavors keeps things interesting. Best of all, most of the work is just letting everything sit and meld together while you sip your coffee.
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Ingredients
- 80chia seeds
- 40brown butter
- 300 mlmilk
- 20 ghoney
- 1 mLvanilla extract
- nullpinch of salt
- 100 gunsalted butter(For brown butter)
- 20 ggranola
- 150 gfresh berries
- 100 mlalmond milk
- 20 gflaxseed
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Instructions
- 1
In a medium saucepan, combine brown butter and unsalted butter. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the mixture turns golden brown and smells nutty, about 5 minutes.
Tip: Be careful not to burn the butter.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together milk, honey, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
Tip: Adjust the sweetness to your taste.
- 3
In a large bowl, mix together chia seeds and flaxseed.
Tip: This will help the chia seeds absorb the liquid better.
- 4
Pour the milk mixture over the chia seeds and stir until well combined.
Tip: Let it sit for a minute to allow the chia seeds to absorb the liquid.
- 5
Add the brown butter mixture to the chia seed mixture and stir until well combined.
Tip: Be careful not to create a foam.
- 6
Cover the bowl with a lid and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Tip: This will allow the chia seeds to gel properly.
- 7
Just before serving, top the pudding with granola, fresh berries, and a drizzle of honey.
Tip: Feel free to customize with your favorite toppings.
- 8
Serve chilled and enjoy!
Tip: This pudding is best served fresh, but it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- 9
To make it more indulgent, add a dollop of whipped cream or a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Tip: The possibilities are endless!
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