The oats soak in the liquid and soften overnight, and
the chia absorbs some of the liquid and thickens everything up to (what I think is) a nice texture.
Not exact matches
Feel free to skip, but keep an eye on the amount
of liquid you add as
chia tends to
absorb a lot
of the
liquids.
The
chia seeds will plump up,
absorbing some
of the
liquid, and will turn it magically into a pudding - like texture.
Let the
chia seeds soak up the
liquid for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to break up any clumps
of chia seeds and ensure the
liquid gets completely
absorbed.
Chia absorbs huge amounts
of liquid and creates a slightly gummy texture, so I wouldn't use
chia.
Let the mixture sit for about 2 — 3 minutes, allowing your
chia + flax to
absorb some
of the
liquid.
While the
chia seeds will plump and soften as they
absorb some
of the
liquid surrounding their cute little bodies, there's only so much
liquid they can take.
When added to a
liquid,
chia seeds
absorb a lot
of liquid and create a thick texture.
Meaning: When
chia seeds are left to sit in a
liquid, they
absorb some
of it.
When you leave the
chia seeds to soak in
liquid over night (as in this
chia pudding), the seeds
absorb the water and form a gel - like substance that coats the middle
of the seed (a black center).
Due to the high amount
of fiber found in the little seeds,
chia can
absorb up to twelve times their weight in
liquid, which helps to create a gel - like pudding.
If it
absorbs a lot
of liquid (like flax and
chia) then I would add 1 tbs psyllium powder + 1 tbs almond milk, or however much milk to make a very thick paste.
I'm trying to eat as much as I can because
of its nutritional benefits: — they can help your diet by making you feel full (it's because they
absorb 10 times their weight in water, forming a bulky gel)-- they are the richest plant source
of Omega - 3 —
chia seeds slow down how fast our bodies convert carbohydrates into simple sugars, studies indicate they can control blood sugar — they are an excellent source
of fiber, with a whopping 10 grams in only 2 tablespoons —
chia seeds are rich in antioxidants that help protect the body from free radicals, aging and cancer —
chia seeds contain no gluten or grains — the outer layer
of chia seeds swells when mixed with
liquids to form a gel (this can used in place
of eggs to lower cholesterol and increase the nutrient content
of foods and baked goods)(More info here.)
Allow to sit for 5 - 10 minutes so the
chia seeds can
absorb some
of the
liquid.
Notes I've made the same recipe using blueberries and raspberries as well — and to fruits that are less juicy than strawberries I suggest adding a tablespoon or two
of water with the mashed berries before you start so the
chia seeds can
absorb more
liquid, and become even more gel - like.
Due to the high amount
of fiber found in the little seeds,
chia can
absorb up to twelve times their weight in
liquid, which helps to create a gel - like pudding.
Because
chia seeds are capable
of absorbing up to 10 - 12 times their weight in
liquid, your batter will develop a thick, almost gel - like texture the longer it sits.
Let sit in the fridge for at least 10 minutes, allowing the
chia seeds to
absorb some
of the
liquid and swell up
Or simply replace the
chia seeds with coconut flour for it will
absorb some
of the
liquid also.
To make one serving, cover 2 tablespoons
of the seed mixture with hot water or your favorite non-dairy milk and let sit about 15 minutes, until
liquid absorbs and the
chia seeds gel.
While the
chia seeds will plump and soften as they
absorb some
of the
liquid surrounding their cute little bodies, there's only so much
liquid they can take.
Allow to sit for 5 to 10 minutes to allow the
chia seeds to
absorb some
of the
liquid and form a gel.
I'm trying to eat as much as I can because
of its nutritional benefits: — they can help your diet by making you feel full (it's because they
absorb 10 times their weight in water, forming a bulky gel)-- they are the richest plant source
of Omega - 3 —
chia seeds slow down how fast our bodies convert carbohydrates into simple sugars, studies indicate they can control blood sugar — they are an excellent source
of fiber, with a whopping 10 grams in only 2 tablespoons —
chia seeds are rich in antioxidants that help protect the body from free radicals, aging and cancer —
chia seeds contain no gluten or grains — the outer layer
of chia seeds swells when mixed with
liquids to form a gel (this can used in place
of eggs to lower cholesterol and increase the nutrient content
of foods and baked goods)(More info here.)
The
chia seeds act as the gelling agent,
absorbing much
of the
liquids from the cherries and orange juice, and their healthy omega - 3 fats and protein content digest slower than carbs, giving a steady supply
of energy.
When
chia seeds are left to soak in
liquid, they soften and expand as they
absorb the moisture
of the
liquid.