I recently was at a photoshoot where they had chia pudding cups with fruit, peanut butter, and other toppings for breakfast. It was super intriguing and I decided to look into it a bit more because I’ve never had chia pudding. My first fear, unfortunately, was that it contained gluten.
Let’s find out if this up and coming breakfast dish is gluten free . . .
Is Chia Pudding Gluten Free?
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Yes! Chia pudding is gluten free because chia seeds themselves are naturally gluten free. This is a great breakfast idea for people with Celiac Disease or some type of gluten intolerance/sensitivity.
The only thing you have to be careful for is cross-contamination and additives or toppings that contain wheat/gluten.
As long as the process for preparing it is safe and no gluten toppings/additives are put into the Chia Pudding, you are good to go!
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Photo: Kristen Kaethler
Basic Chia Pudding Ingredients
Chia seeds, milk (any type), honey (or another sweetener like agave or maple syrup), and optional flavorings like vanilla, cocoa, or cinnamon.
Basic Chia Pudding Nutritional Facts
The nutritional facts for chia pudding can vary based on the specific ingredients you use, but here’s a general idea for a basic recipe using 1/4 cup of chia seeds and 1 cup of unsweetened almond milk, without added sweeteners or toppings:
Nutritional Information (per serving):
– Calories: ~180-200
– Protein: ~6-8g
– Fat: ~10-12g
– Saturated Fat: ~1g
– Carbohydrates: ~15-18g
– Fiber: ~10-12g
– Sugars: ~0-1g
– Calcium: ~30-40mg (varies by milk type)
– Omega-3 Fatty Acids: ~4-5g
Notes:
- Protein and fiber content is quite high due to chia seeds.
- If you add sweeteners or toppings, the calorie and sugar counts will increase accordingly.
Sources and References:
- FoodData Central from the USDA: https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/
- MyFitnessPal: https://www.myfitnesspal.com/
Find out how to easily make Chia Pudding here: https://health.clevelandclinic.org/how-to-make-chia-pudding
