Chia Breakfast Bowl Recipe

If you’re looking for something yummy and different to eat in the morning for breakfast, then you have to try this chia breakfast bowl!

It’s easy to make, gluten-free and packed full of goodness!

Chia seeds provide a great source of protein, calcium, omega 3 and fibre. Each tablespoon contains 75 mg of calcium!

Bee Pollen, goji berries and sesame seeds are also amazing superfoods that contain a powerhouse of nutrients including antioxidants, vitamin C, B vitamins and lots of amino acids.

Ingredients

For the base

• 100ml Coconut milk (or another type of milk)
• 1 tsp of sesame seeds
• 2 tbsp of chia seeds
• ½ tsp of bee pollen
• 1 banana
• ½ tsp ground vanilla pod or powder
• 1 tsp raw honey or maple syrup
• Sprinkle of cinnamon powder

For the topping

• 1 tsp of shredded coconut
• 1 tsp of goji berries
• Sprinkle of cinnamon powder

Method

• Chop the banana into thin slices and place into a ramekin/jar/bowl.
• Stir in the coconut milk, chia seeds, sesame seeds, bee pollen, vanilla, cinnamon and honey/maple syrup until well combined.
• Let it sit for a few minutes and then stir it again well as the chia can clump together.
• Leave in the fridge overnight to thicken up. Cover with a lid or some foil.
• Add the toppings by sprinkling across the top of the bowl.
• Serve and eat.

This recipe makes 1 ramekin’s worth – just multiply the ingredients for however many you want to make.

You can also have this as an afternoon snack – it’s not just for breakfast-time and kids love them too!

Enjoy!