Chia Seed Pudding w/ Cinnamon Maple Syrup for Diabetics

Cinnamon has been studied extensively, and numerous studies have shown that Cinnamomum cassia can dramatically decrease glucose levels and insulin levels.

You’ll need:

• for Pudding

  • 1/3 cup chia seeds

  • 1 (13.5 oz) can coconut milk

  • 7/8 cup plain yogurt

• for Syrup:

  • 2 tbsp vegan butter or coconut oil

  • 1 tsp cinnamon powder

  • 1/4 tsp ground cardamom

  • 1/4 cup maple syrup

• optional - Red Raspberries or other fruit to top your pudding.

Make it:

1. To make the pudding: Mix the chia seeds, coconut milk, yogurt, and 7/8 cup water in a medium-sized glass container with lid.

2. Let this mixture sit, covered, in the fridge for 3-5 hours or overnight. When it’s done it should have a thick, pudding consistency.

3. Store in the fridge and eat within 48 hours.

4. To make the syrup: melt the butter or oil in a small saucepan. Add the cinnamon and cardamom and blend. Add the maple syrup and stir.

5. Pour equal amounts of syrup into 4 small jars or cups. Fill the cups with chia seed pudding and top with fruit.