Spiced Chia Pudding
/Ingredient
2/3 cup Coles black chia seeds
2 cups unsweetened Almond milk
1 x 400ml can coconut milk
1Tb maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
1/3 cup pecans, chopped to serve
2 tablespoons almond butter to serve
Spiced Apples:
1 tablespoon Red Island extra virgin olive oil
4 apples, peeled and cut into chunks
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
small pinch sea salt
2 tablespoons maple syrup
2-3 tablespoons warm water
Method
For the chia pudding, place the chia seeds, almond milk, coconut milk, maple syrup and vanilla into a large bowl. Stir well to combine, cover and refrigerate for 4 hours, or overnight.
Place a frying pan over a medium heat and add the oil and apples. Cook the apples for 5-6 minutes, or until slightly softened. Add in the cinnamon, salt, maple and water. Cover and braise the apples for a further 5 minutes, or until the apples are tender, but still holding their shape.
To serve, divide the chia pudding amongst serving glasses or bowls. Top with the spiced apples, almond butter and garnish with chopped pecans.
Recipe by Courtney Roulston