Berry Bliss Chia Pudding

Ingredients:

• 1 cup (240 ml/ 8 fl oz) unsweetened almond or oat milk
• 3 tablespoons chia seeds
• ½ cup (120 g/4 oz) mashed ripe banana
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ cup mixed berries (75 g/2.5 oz) (blueberries, raspberries, or strawberries)
• 2 tablespoons date paste

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the almond milk, mashed banana, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and date paste until smooth.
2. Stir in the chia seeds, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight, allowing the chia seeds to absorb the liquid and thicken.
4. Before serving, stir the pudding and top with fresh berries.
5. Enjoy chilled as a gut-friendly, brain-boosting snack!

Nutritional Breakdown per serving (based on 2 servings total):

Calories: ~220-240 per serving

*Values are approximate and may vary based on specific brands and measurements used.