Here’s a full, simple, and anti-inflammatory chia pudding recipe 👇
🥣 Anti-Inflammatory Chia Pudding Bowl
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 1–2)
Base
- 3 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or coconut milk)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp cinnamon (optional, but great for inflammation)
- 1–2 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
Toppings
- ½ banana (sliced)
- ¼ cup blueberries
- ¼ cup strawberries (sliced)
- 1 tbsp almond butter (or peanut butter, no added sugar)
Optional extras:
- Hemp seeds or flaxseeds
- Coconut flakes
- Extra drizzle of honey
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Make the Chia Pudding
- In a jar or bowl, mix:
- chia seeds
- almond milk
- vanilla
- cinnamon
- sweetener (optional)
- Stir well and let sit for 5 minutes.
- Stir again to prevent clumping.
2. Chill
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best texture.
3. Assemble
- Give the pudding a stir.
- Top with:
- sliced banana
- berries
- almond butter drizzle
🌿 Why This Is Anti-Inflammatory
- Chia seeds → omega-3s + fiber
- Berries → antioxidants that fight inflammation
- Cinnamon → helps reduce inflammation and balance blood sugar
- Healthy fats (nut butter) → support overall health
💡 Tips
- Want it thicker? Add more chia seeds
- Want it sweeter? Add mashed banana instead of sugar
- Meal prep: lasts 3–4 days in the fridge
If you want, I can turn this into a high-protein or weight-loss version too