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3 Coffee-Flavoured Chia Seed Puddings to Supercharge Your Morning

September 23, 2017

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This post is sponsored by Dusty Plains Coffee Co.  All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Fall is officially here, school is back in session, and I find myself consuming a lot more coffee than I did in the summer.  Some mornings are so hectic that I barely have time to make both coffee AND breakfast.

Related: How to make the perfect Iced Coffee

Lately I’ve been trying to prep more of my meals ahead of time, and I’m especially loving chia seed puddings.

I’ve come up with three chia puddings inspired my your favourite Starbucks orders that you can make on Sunday night and enjoy all week long.  You’re welcome.

Caramel Macchiato Chia Pudding

This chia pudding is inspired by one of my favourite Starbucks drinks and ended up being my favourite of the three.  Caramel sauce is the best tasting sweetener, but brown sugar will do in a pinch.

  • 1/3 cup coconut milk
  • 1/3 cup cold brew coffee concentrate, like Dusty Plains Coffee Co.
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 1 tbsp caramel sauce OR brown sugar
  • 6 tsp chia seeds

Combine all ingredients in a small jar, stir, and chill in the fridge overnight.

Related: How to make fancy coffee at home and save money!

Mocha Chia Seed Pudding

Originally I tried making this recipe with equal parts chocolate milk and cold brew.  I personally don’t like the texture of using a milk product, but you can make it that way if you’re in a hurry.

  • 1/3 cup coconut milk
  • 1/3 cold brew concentrate such as Dusty Plains Coffee Co.
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 2 tsp cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 6 tsp chia seeds

Add all ingredients in a small jar and stir.  Chill overnight in the refrigerator.

I like to eat this one as a mid-afternoon pick-me-up.  It feels like a rich dessert, but without all the carbs.

Related: The Perfect DIY Coffee Creamer

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Pumpkin Spice Latte Chia Seed Pudding

Confession time.  I originally made this recipe with a tablespoon of pureed pumpkin, but I actually didn’t like how it tasted.  If you like pumpkin, you should keep it in.  If you’re like me, omit the actual pumpkin and keep the spices.

Yes, I see the irony of making pumpkin optional in a pumpkin recipe.

Want some actual pumpkin-y goodness?  Try my pumpkin bread, pumpkin cheddar biscuits, or pumpkin seed snacks.  I’ve also compiled 25 recipes to further fuel your pumpkin addiction.

  • 1/3 cup coconut milk
  • 1/3 cold brew concentrate such as Dusty Plains Coffee Co.
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 1/4 tsp ginger
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp pumpkin puree, optional
  • 6 tsp chia seeds

Add all ingredients in a small jar and stir.  Chill overnight in the refrigerator.  You can substitute the nutmeg, cinnamon, and cloves with a tsp of allspice.

And there you have it!  Three easy chia seed puddings that are sure to fill your under-caffeinated void.

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You're going to love these coffee inspired chia seed puddings for an easy breakfast or afternoon snack. Mocha, caramel macchiato, and pumpkin spice versions are sure to fill you up! Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, keto, and paleo friendly.

P.S. Wondering where you can get some Dusty Plains Cold Brew?  Order online, or if you’re in the Saskatoon area, follow their Instagram to find out where they’ll be next.

Kristen Raney

Kristen is a former farm kid turned urban gardener who owns the popular gardening website, Shifting Roots.  She is obsessed with growing flowers and pushing the limits of what can be grown in her zone 3b garden.  She also loves to grow tomatoes, but oddly enough, dislikes eating them raw.

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About Kristen Raney

Kristen is a former farm kid turned urban gardener who owns the popular gardening website, Shifting Roots.  She is obsessed with growing flowers and pushing the limits of what can be grown in her zone 3b garden.  She also loves to grow tomatoes, but oddly enough, dislikes eating them raw.

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  1. Elizabeth says

    September 26, 2017 at 7:29 am

    These are great ideas! I'm with you on prefering the pumpkin spice to the actual pumpkin... It still tastes of Fall :)
    Reply
  2. Jessica Bradshaw says

    September 26, 2017 at 3:37 pm

    Such a great idea!! I love how easy chia pudding is and my husband would love it with the coffee. Brilliant.
    Reply
  3. Rachael says

    September 26, 2017 at 6:03 pm

    You have opened my eyes to a whole new world! I love coffee. I love chia pudding. Putting them together is genius!!
    Reply
    • Kristen Raney says

      September 27, 2017 at 6:52 am

      Aww, thanks! I hope you like them!
      Reply
  4. JeeYoung says

    September 26, 2017 at 9:07 pm

    Yum! You're speaking my love language with that coffee-flavored chia seed pudding!
    Reply
  5. Jordyn Galan says

    September 27, 2017 at 12:30 am

    Yummy! I love coffee chia and all these flavors! ill have to try this tomorrow!
    Reply
  6. Lisa says

    September 27, 2017 at 7:53 am

    Sounds perfect for an afternoon pick me up. Thanks for these great recipes Kristen.
    Reply
  7. Jessica Wagner says

    September 27, 2017 at 11:09 am

    These sound amazing!! New way to enjoy my daily caffeine intake!! XO https://www.theweekenderafashionfieldguide.com
    Reply
  8. Kristine says

    September 27, 2017 at 2:55 pm

    Oh yum! All of these flavors sounds delicious, especially the pumpkin spiced latte!
    Reply
  9. Jenna Urben says

    September 28, 2017 at 1:37 pm

    These are all so creative! I'm going to have to try these next week.
    Reply
  10. Anne | onedetermiendlife says

    October 2, 2017 at 9:41 am

    I have been looking for chia seed recipes. This looks great
    Reply

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