This recipe is amazing! I love custard, but it takes a lot of effort. This Coconut Milk Chia Seed Custard is so simple — and there is no water bath or cooking necessary. It is also very satisfying and loaded with nutrition.
Here are some of the benefits of Chia Seed:
- High in dietary fiber
- Higher in antioxidants than blueberries
- Rich in Omega-3 (ALA) Fatty Acids
- Good source of natural iron, magnesium, and calcium
- Easily digestible
Because this recipe is sweetened with the coconut milk, maple syrup, and cinnamon — it has a lower sugar content than your typical custard — with all the flavor.
When you desire a simple, delightful dessert that is life-giving and healthy — this is it. Be careful if you are watching your calories: this recipe is on the higher side. And because it is so tasty — it is easy to keep gobbling it up.
Next week I will share two chocolate frosting recipes that aren’t as nutritious — but are super tasty (and safer than most frostings on the market).
You CAN afford to eat organic, but you CAN’T afford not to.
| Ingredients (organic) | Cost | Calories |
| Chia Seed (Thrive Market) | $2.27 | 642 |
| Coconut Milk (Trader Joe’s) | $2.25 | 880 |
| Pure Maple Syrup (Costco) | $0.57 | 111 |
| Cinnamon (Thrive Market) | $0.04 | 2 |
| Vanilla (Thrive Market) | $0.46 | 18 |
| ————- | ——– | ——— |
| Total | $5.59 | 1653 |
| Per Serving | $0.70 | 207 |
Ingredients (organic):
- 2/3 cup Chia Seeds
- 2 cups Coconut Milk
- 9 tsp. Maple Syrup
- 1/4 tsp. ground Cinnamon
- 1.5 tsp. Vanilla Extract
Directions:
- Mix together coconut milk, maple syrup, cinnamon, and vanilla extract.
- Mix in chia seeds.
- Let rest several minutes.
- Measure out about 1/3 cup portions into dessert dishes, stirring mixture between servings.
- Cover with plastic wrap.
- Refrigerate at least one hour (or overnight for a smoother set).
- Enjoy!
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