6 Chia Seeds Recipes You Should Try

Lemon Poppy Seed Chia Loaf

When life gives you lemons… make a loaf! This healthier, modern take on classic lemon poppy seed cake swaps out butter for coconut oil and adds chia seeds in addition to poppy. A healthy dose of yogurt keeps the cake moist while the zest of two lemons lends a deep, lemony flavor. Photo and recipe: Jessica / Jessica’s Dinner Party

Cherry Chia Seed Pudding

Here’s a bona fide chia-based dessert recipe — and it’s pretty inventive, too. First, you blend almond milk, cherries, cardamom, stevia and vanilla into a smooth and creamy mixture. Then, soak the chia seeds in it until thickened. The cherry-chia pudding is topped with homemade cashew cream, which is made by blending water-soaked cashews, cherries, vanilla and stevia. We promise, this one will impress any dinner guest. Photo and recipe: Perry Santanachote / Life by DailyBurn

Chocolate Pistachio Chia Shake

Even though this recipe is called a “shake,” it’s almost more like soft-serve ice cream. It starts with a chia seed-almond milk pudding for thickening power. Then, the mixture is blended with medjool dates (for sweetness), roasted pistachios, frozen banana, cocoa powder, Greek yogurt and vanilla extract. Add some extra almond milk if you want it to be slurpable, or pull out a spoon to enjoy as a frozen-ish dessert (or breakfast). Photo and recipe: Tieghan / Half Baked Harvest

Banana Chia Seed Cake

Almond flour, tapioca flour and flaxseed meal come together to make the base of this moist, gluten-free breakfast-friendly cake. Banana and eggs help to bind everything together, and vanilla extract, coconut milk, honey and coconut oil add to the naturally sweet flavor. While the name says “cake,” the wholesome ingredients in this recipe make it healthy enough to count as breakfast or a snack, too. Top with a bit of butter for breakfast, or add a dollop of cream cheese frosting to make it a healthier dessert option. Photo and recipe: Alexa / Simple Roots Wellness

Serrano Pineapple Papaya Smoothie with Chia

Serrano chile and fresh ginger give this smoothie a spicy kick, while a combination of chia seeds and pineapple juice thicken the mixture. Feel free to stick this in the freezer for 10 minutes before serving if you’d prefer a colder beverage. Recipe and Photo: Janie Hoffman / Mamma Chia

Gluten-Free Macaroons with Raspberry Chia Seed Jam

Healthier cookies are always a good thing. These light and soft coconut macaroons are super easy — just combine shredded sweetened coconut, coconut cream, maple syrup and corn starch. Top the mixture with a spoonful of Raspberry Chia Seed Jam, bake and enjoy this slightly sweet and fruity treat. Photo and recipe: Kristin / The Endless Meal

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