Chai Latte Basil Seed Pudding Recipe
Creamy, hearty make-ahead basil seed pudding with creamy chai latte flavors. Simple, easy, and delicious!
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup hot water
- 2 bags chai tea
- 3 tablespoons basil seeds
- 1 1/4 cup coconut milk can sub milk of choice such as dairy milk, oat milk, almond milk, etc.
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup*
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cardamom
Instructions
- Heat water and pour 3/4 cup into a medium heat-proof bowl. Add chai tea bags and steep for 3 minutes. Remove and discard the tea bags.
- Add basil seeds and stir. Let sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes until the seeds have soaked up the water. The mix will be thick and gelatinous.
- Whisk in coconut milk, pure maple syrup, cinnamon, ginger, and cardamom. If you're happy with the thickness, you're done. For a slightly thinner pudding, add more coconut milk.
- Can eat immediately or place in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days.
- To serve, top with whipped cream or coconut whipped cream if desired, fruit such as banana slices or diced apples, and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon.
Notes
* Sugar Free Option
Swap in 1 teaspoon of granulated Stevia productNutrition Facts
Calories: 211kcal, Carbohydrates: 13g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 18g, Saturated Fat: 14g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1g, Trans Fat: 0.01g, Sodium: 12mg, Potassium: 217mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 6g, Vitamin A: 5IU, Vitamin C: 1mg, Calcium: 82mg, Iron: 3mg