Description
A delightful and healthy breakfast or dessert featuring layers of creamy chia pudding, sweet strawberry compote, and a crunchy oat crumble topping.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, diced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon honey or agave
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- In a bowl, whisk together chia seeds, almond milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight until thickened.
- In a small saucepan, combine diced strawberries, lemon juice, and honey. Cook over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until strawberries break down into a compote. Let cool.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix rolled oats, melted coconut oil, brown sugar, and cinnamon until well combined.
- Spread the oat mixture on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, stirring halfway, until golden and crispy. Let cool.
- To assemble, layer chia pudding, strawberry compote, and crumble topping in serving glasses or bowls. Repeat layers if desired.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes for a chilled treat.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste. For a vegan version, ensure maple syrup is used instead of honey.