Looking for an easy to make grab-and-go breakfast or snack? Rich in protein, omega 3 fatty acids, and healthy fats. Combine chia seeds, coconut and hemp milk, add in some fresh berries, toasted coconut or layer in other favorite nuts and fruits. Assemble snack cups in pint jars with a tight-fitting lid so you always have a quick snack to take with you.

Chia-Hemp Snack Cups

Course Breakfast Fuel, Salads & Sides, Small Dishes, Sweet Treats
Cuisine Dairy Free, Gluten Free
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 6

Ingredients

  • 2 cups coconut milk, full fat
  • 2 cups hemp seed milk, unsweetened
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon cardamon powder
  • 1 cup chia seeds
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 2 pints berries; raspberries, blueberries or blackberries
  • 1/4 cup toasted coconut, shredded
  • 1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds or hemp seeds
  • 2 Tablespoons maple syrup or a few drops of stevia liquid

Instructions

  1. In a medium sized bowl combine coconut milk, hemp milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, cardamon and chia seeds, whisk thoroughly. Add in maple syrup, stevia extract or sweetener of your choice. Place bowl in the refrigerator and let set for 20 minutes.
  2. While chia pudding is setting get out jars, berries and toasted coconut and nuts. To toast coconut place small saute pan over medium heat. Add shredded or flaked coconut, toast carefully stirring while coconut browns, remove from heat and place in small dish as soon as coconut is lightly browned. t
  3. Remove chia pudding from refrigerator, stir to combine, it should be nice and thick. Place a layer of chia pudding on bottom of each jar. Add in berries and a sprinkle of toasted coconut. Top berries with remaining chia pudding and garnish top with remaining berries , toasted nuts and coconut. Place lids securely on top and store in the refrigerator.