Chocolate Covered Strawberry Chia Pudding

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: I’m a chocoholic, and I am a lover of all desserts. I don’t discriminate, each dessert is delicious in it’s own way (except you, Jell-O, you’re a sick food and can’t pass as dessert), but I have a special spot in my heart for milkshakes. When my husband and I first moved to California, we lived within walking distance of a burger place that sold those really big milkshakes like in a 50’s diner. Of course, after thoroughly enjoying my usual chocolate covered strawberry shake, I would feel sick from all the sugar and dairy and did not enjoy the stomach ache…but would still usually get one whenever we went. Oops.

The first time I made this chia pudding, I was instantly transported to sunny Southern California and reminded of the flavor of my beloved chocolate covered strawberry shake. It’s a huge bonus that this deliciously sweet pudding is refined sugar free and dairy free – so no stomach aches or wacky blood sugar! Chia seeds are small but mighty, containing 11 grams of fiber, 9 grams of fat, and 4 grams of protein in just one ounce. Plus they are high in magnesium, which has a calming effect, zinc, B vitamins, and calcium. So when people find out you don’t eat dairy and ask about your calcium intake – tell them you eat chia pudding! This sweet treat is perfect for breakfast meal prep, and is delicious eaten as is, mixed with overnight oats, or on top of smoothies or even nice cream. Let’s grab a spoon and dig in!

This recipe is for one half pint mason jar. 

Ingredients:

• 1/8 cup of chia seeds
• 1/2 cup of unsweetened almond milk – this can change depending on the consistency you want
• 1 tbsp of no sugar added strawberry fruit spread or preserves
• 1/2 tbsp of 100% cocoa powder
• 1/2 tbsp of honey and/or pure maple syrup
• Optional toppings:
  • more preserves
  • a drizzle of syrup/honey
  • fresh or frozen fruit

Directions:

• Combine all ingredients in a half pint mason jar
• Stir to combine well
• Cover tightly and store in the refrigerator overnight
• Stir again before eating
• Top with desired toppings and enjoy!

For more sweet breakfast treats, check out my Flax and Oat Pancakes or my Cinnamon Apple Oatmeal – both sure to leave your tummy, and your sweet tooth, satisfied. Don’t forget to pin this recipe by clicking the “pinterest” button down below – that way you can come back to it often. Chia pudding may be something new for you, but I dare you to try it! It’s light, sweet, refreshing, and high in fiber, healthy fats, and calcium. Eat your tummy-ache free “milkshake”, get your calcium in…and enjoy your pinch of crazy!

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Whole30 Breakfast Hash

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The Early Bird gets the Quiet Time

I’ve talked in my other breakfast posts about the morning rush. I feel like I just don’t have time to cook an actual breakfast before my husband leaves for work (around 6 AM), and Zemirah and I head out for morning errands and activities. I try and wake up 30 minutes before Zemirah for just a little quiet mommy time, because once she’s up, we hit the ground running! Because of that, meal prep for breakfasts has become necessary around here; it saves time (and money!), and our days start off on the right track!

This breakfast hash comes together in one skillet with salty bacon, tender potatoes, and crispy kale; all ready in about 30 minutes! It reheats wonderfully, and you can simply top with eggs of your choice the morning of! Or eat it by itself, topped with hot sauce, for a spicy, egg-less breakfast. I made this hash for dinner one night, then the next morning, I quickly scrambled some eggs to go with the leftovers.

If you have the time, it would also be amazing with some gluten free biscuits or toast. This gluten free flour is currently 20% off! I’m sure your family would love some tasty biscuits or even some gluten free treats like my Banana Bread with Granola Crumble; I mean, who doesn’t love bread?! 😉

I hope this delicious skillet breakfast hash satisfies all of your family’s breakfast cravings, while saving you time and sanity!

Whole30 Breakfast Hash

Serves six.

Ingredients:

• 6 pieces of bacon, cut into strips (my favorite Whole30 bacon)
• 5 small potatoes (I did a mix of sweet potatoes and russet potatoes; either works, or you can do a mix, too!), cut into one-inch pieces
• Half of a yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp pepper
• 1/2 tsp paprkia
• 1/2 tsp cumin
• 2 cups roughly chopped kale, stems removed
• Eggs cooked to your liking

Directions:

• Heat a large oven proof skillet over medium heat
• Cook bacon until nearly done
  • While bacon is cooking, heat oven to 425 F
• When bacon is finished, drain off some of the grease
• Add potatoes, onion, garlic, and seasonings to skillet
• Stir to combine
• Place skillet in pre-heated oven for 20 minutes, the potatoes should be tender
• Add chopped kale to skillet, stirring to combine
• Cook for an additional 5 minutes until kale is softened (but it gets a little crispy, too!)
• Top with eggs of your choice (I prefer fried medium or poached)
• Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days

If you need some more breakfast meal prep ideas, be sure to check out my Peanut Butter and Chocolate Overnight Oats and my Turkey Sausage Breakfast Bake. Anything to save time yet be healthy in the morning is so helpful; I’d love to hear what you do to get your morning off to a healthy start! If you make this breakfast hash, let me know by tagging me on Instagram (mrsmollymills). Have a calm, healthy morning…and enjoy your pinch of crazy!