Ingredients
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2 cups unsweetened almond milk (you can use any non-dairy milk)
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1/2 cup rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
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1/4 cup tahini paste (sesame seeds paste)
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1/4 cup maple syrup or agave nectar (adjust to taste)
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 tablespoon ground flaxseed (optional)
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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1/2 cup chia seeds
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1/2 cup chopped fresh or frozen figs (or any fruit of your choice)
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1/2 cup chopped dates (pitted)
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1/4 cup walnut pieces (optional)
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1 tablespoon hemp hearts (optional)
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1 teaspoon cinnamon powder
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1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom pods
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1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
Directions
Sub_title: A Deliciously Healthy and Versatile Dessert Recipe Inspired by North African Cuisine
Description: This creamy and nutritious chia seed pudding gets its signature flavor from fragrant spices like cinnamon, cardamom, and ginger, along with sweet dates and figs. It’s perfect as a light dessert or snack, gluten-free, oil-free, and suitable for both vegans and vegetarians.
Ingredients:
* 2 cups unsweetened almond milk (you can use any non-dairy milk)
* 1/2 cup rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
* 1/4 cup tahini paste (sesame seeds paste)
* 1/4 cup maple syrup or agave nectar (adjust to taste)
* 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
* 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed (optional)
* 1/2 teaspoon salt
* 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
* 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
* 1/2 cup chia seeds
* 1/2 cup chopped fresh or frozen figs (or any fruit of your choice)
* 1/2 cup chopped dates (pitted)
* 1/4 cup walnut pieces (optional)
* 1 tablespoon hemp hearts (optional)
* 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder
* 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom pods
* 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
Instructions:
1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the almond milk, oats, tahini, maple syrup, vanilla extract, ground flaxseed (if using), and salt until well combined. Set aside.
2. Add the chia seeds to the mixture and stir until they are evenly distributed. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
3. Once the chia seeds have absorbed the liquid and thickened, fold in the chopped fresh or frozen fruits, walnuts (if using), and hemp hearts (if using).
4. Sprinkle the cinnamon, cardamom, and ginger on top of the pudding, and serve immediately.
Note: If you prefer a thicker consistency, feel free to use less liquid in step 1. The amount of liquid will also affect the texture and thickness of the final product.
Steps
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the almond milk, oats, tahini, maple syrup, vanilla extract, ground flaxseed (if using), and salt until well combined. Set aside. |
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Add the chia seeds to the mixture and stir until they are evenly distributed. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight. |
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Once the chia seeds have absorbed the liquid and thickened, fold in the chopped fresh or frozen fruits, walnuts (if using), and hemp hearts (if using). |
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Sprinkle the cinnamon, cardamom, and ginger on top of the pudding, and serve immediately. |
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Done
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The amount of liquid will also affect the texture and thickness of the final product. |
