The Art of Chia Seeds: A Delicious and Nutritious Dessert Recipe

As I sit down to share with you one of my favorite recipes, I am excited to introduce you to the wonderful world of chia seeds. These tiny, nutritious powerhouses have been a staple in many cultures for centuries, and for good reason. Rich in soluble fiber, Omega-3s, and antioxidants, chia seeds offer an array of health benefits that make them a perfect addition to any diet.

I recently purchased a bag of chia seeds at Trader Joe's, where they were available for just $5. These tiny seeds are indeed similar to poppy seeds, but with a slightly longer shape. I was eager to try out this new ingredient and see what all the fuss was about. After doing some research, I discovered that chia seeds have been used in traditional medicine for centuries, and their benefits are backed by science.

So, how do you make this delicious and nutritious dessert? It's surprisingly easy! Simply dump a tablespoon or two of chia seeds into a jar or bowl, followed by a spoonful of honey. Give everything a good stir, then cover the jar with a tight-fitting lid and refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours or overnight. When you're ready to serve, take off the lid and voila! You'll be greeted with a thick, creamy pudding-like texture that's similar to rice pudding.

The best part? The chia seeds retain their nutty flavor and crunchy texture even after refrigeration. If you don't like coconut, don't worry – this recipe can be adapted to use yogurt instead. I've also seen recipes online that combine chia seeds with oatmeal, berries, and fruit juice for a delicious overnight breakfast option.

But chia seeds aren't just limited to desserts. They're also a popular ingredient in smoothies and other beverages. I recently decided to try making my own chia seed drink by mixing it with homemade kombucha (more on this later). The result was a refreshing, fizzy drink that's perfect for hot summer days.

Speaking of kombucha, I've become quite fond of this fermented tea drink lately. Not only does it taste great, but it also offers a range of health benefits, including probiotics and antioxidants. I recently tried making my own kombucha at home using a starter culture and sugar water. It's surprisingly easy to brew, and the end result is well worth the effort.

One of the best things about chia seeds is their versatility. They can be added to smoothies, yogurt parfaits, or even used as an egg substitute in recipes. And with their mild flavor, they won't overpower any other ingredients – making them a great addition to a wide range of dishes.

As I continue to explore the world of chia seeds, I'm excited to share more recipes and tips with you. From sweet treats like this dessert recipe to savory dishes and beverages, there's no shortage of creative ways to use these nutritious powerhouses. So, go ahead and give chia seeds a try – your taste buds and body will thank you!

My Portrait Commission: A Celebration of Art and Identity

As I wrap up this article, I'd like to share with you a personal story that has nothing to do with chia seeds or recipes. Recently, I had the privilege of having my portrait commissioned by an artist who is passionate about capturing the essence of her subjects.

The experience was truly eye-opening, as I got to see my likeness come to life in ways I never thought possible. The artist's attention to detail and skillful brushstrokes brought out the subtleties of my expression, capturing the unique spark that makes me who I am.

As an artist myself (albeit a novice!), it was fascinating to watch this process unfold. From the initial sketches to the final painting, every step was a labor of love that required patience, dedication, and a deep understanding of the subject's character.

The result is a beautiful portrait that not only captures my likeness but also conveys the essence of who I am as a person. It's a reminder that art has the power to transcend boundaries and bring people together in ways we never thought possible.

So, if you're an artist or simply someone who appreciates the beauty of art, I highly recommend seeking out portrait commissions. Not only will you have the opportunity to capture your likeness, but you'll also gain insight into the intricacies of human identity – a truly priceless gift.

"WEBVTTKind: captionsLanguage: engreetings lovely people it's Emmy and I am back I am back to share with you a little recipe sort of an impromptu recipe I had heard about this kind of pudding that you can make using coconut milk and and chia seeds I bought this bag at Trader Joe's I think it was like five or six bucks they look a bit like poppy seeds but a little bit longer in shape anyways you're supposed to have all kinds of great benefits for you in terms of having great source of soluble fiber great source of Omega-3s and sixes anyways it's a great thing so let's go in the kitchen and I'll show you how I did it so dump in your chia seeds try not to spill them everywhere then add your honey and then put on a tight fitting lid and give everything a good Shake refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours or preferably overnight and you're done this is what you get but look how thick this is it's incredible it's like a rice pudding and those little things in there are the chia seeds theas M so good I love it the coconut milk is nice and Rich kind of like a Tapioca or I think more like a rice pudding there's a slight texture it's very very thick and jelly and was a little bit of a seed crunch just a little bit not to be bothersome or annoying or anything just lovely if you don't like coconut you can also try I've seen other recipes with yogurt someone put on Facebook making a type of oatmeal with that like an overnight oatmeal you just add berries chia seeds and oldfashioned rolled oats add that all together and just let it soak overnight and then you've got a really healthy delicious breakfast soaked 1/4 cup which is about 4 TP spoons in about a cup of water look at this beautiful mucilaginous stuff look at that can you see that up close look oh it's so cool you can buy a lot of these drinks now kombucha a bunch of different kinds of drinks now that have chia seeds in them and they're floating in suspension like frog eggs a bit like my bab uh my basil seed drink so I'm going to try making one myself and I think it's going to be super easy I'm just take my homemade H kombucha I can get it open and then let's just pour some kombucha in there how cool is that you make your own chia seed drink let's taste it here we go smells like kombucha but you know you don't have to use kombucha you can use like any drink any fruit juice any lemonade anything you want if you want to try this here we go H so the taste is the same it tastes like kombucha but consistency is definitely altered kombucha is usually effervescent light and fuz fizzy um this becomes a gel it's a very thick not very thick but thick it thickens it up and then you get these little crunchy chia seeds inside so I probably wouldn't mix it with kombucha again maybe with a a juice cuz I like my kombucha fizzy so yeah I just thought I'd share that with you my little experiment definitely try the pudding recipe if you love coconut I think you'll have a new Happy dessert and this too if you want to make a drink I think this would really be great in smoothies and and other things as well kombucha for me I like my Kucha straight up I hope you guys enjoy that little recipe quickie um yeah little exploration on chia seeds so I will see you yeah I'll see you in my next video other recipe videos don't forget to you know do all that good stuff down there you know not down there you know subscribe and like and all that kind of good stuff and I'll see you in my next video thanks for watching bye I'd like to share with you a portrait that I recently had Commissioned I think it's a really good likenessgreetings lovely people it's Emmy and I am back I am back to share with you a little recipe sort of an impromptu recipe I had heard about this kind of pudding that you can make using coconut milk and and chia seeds I bought this bag at Trader Joe's I think it was like five or six bucks they look a bit like poppy seeds but a little bit longer in shape anyways you're supposed to have all kinds of great benefits for you in terms of having great source of soluble fiber great source of Omega-3s and sixes anyways it's a great thing so let's go in the kitchen and I'll show you how I did it so dump in your chia seeds try not to spill them everywhere then add your honey and then put on a tight fitting lid and give everything a good Shake refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours or preferably overnight and you're done this is what you get but look how thick this is it's incredible it's like a rice pudding and those little things in there are the chia seeds theas M so good I love it the coconut milk is nice and Rich kind of like a Tapioca or I think more like a rice pudding there's a slight texture it's very very thick and jelly and was a little bit of a seed crunch just a little bit not to be bothersome or annoying or anything just lovely if you don't like coconut you can also try I've seen other recipes with yogurt someone put on Facebook making a type of oatmeal with that like an overnight oatmeal you just add berries chia seeds and oldfashioned rolled oats add that all together and just let it soak overnight and then you've got a really healthy delicious breakfast soaked 1/4 cup which is about 4 TP spoons in about a cup of water look at this beautiful mucilaginous stuff look at that can you see that up close look oh it's so cool you can buy a lot of these drinks now kombucha a bunch of different kinds of drinks now that have chia seeds in them and they're floating in suspension like frog eggs a bit like my bab uh my basil seed drink so I'm going to try making one myself and I think it's going to be super easy I'm just take my homemade H kombucha I can get it open and then let's just pour some kombucha in there how cool is that you make your own chia seed drink let's taste it here we go smells like kombucha but you know you don't have to use kombucha you can use like any drink any fruit juice any lemonade anything you want if you want to try this here we go H so the taste is the same it tastes like kombucha but consistency is definitely altered kombucha is usually effervescent light and fuz fizzy um this becomes a gel it's a very thick not very thick but thick it thickens it up and then you get these little crunchy chia seeds inside so I probably wouldn't mix it with kombucha again maybe with a a juice cuz I like my kombucha fizzy so yeah I just thought I'd share that with you my little experiment definitely try the pudding recipe if you love coconut I think you'll have a new Happy dessert and this too if you want to make a drink I think this would really be great in smoothies and and other things as well kombucha for me I like my Kucha straight up I hope you guys enjoy that little recipe quickie um yeah little exploration on chia seeds so I will see you yeah I'll see you in my next video other recipe videos don't forget to you know do all that good stuff down there you know not down there you know subscribe and like and all that kind of good stuff and I'll see you in my next video thanks for watching bye I'd like to share with you a portrait that I recently had Commissioned I think it's a really good likeness\n"