Put your next snack to work for you with our protein-packed, fiber-rich Blueberry Matcha Chia Pudding made with Lifeway Kefir. This gut-healthy treat tastes like dessert, but it’s filled with layers of benefits from top to bottom!
Made with Lowfat Blueberry Lifeway Kefir, this recipe packs a punch for a pudding recipe. Chia seeds are loaded with health benefits including omega-3 fatty acids, fiber that supports gut and heart health, and important minerals including calcium, magnesium, iron, and potassium. Chia seeds are easy to find, and they pair perfectly with our creamy, cultured kefir.
Lifeway Kefir’s probiotics support your gut health, skin, immune system, and more. As the chia seeds sit in our cultured kefir while the pudding sets up, they become easier to break down, which eases digestion. Lifeway Kefir is also a powerhouse when it comes to nutrition; it’s a complete source of protein, and it contains calcium, vitamin D3, B12, and potassium.
Blueberries and matcha green tea powder are both excellent sources of antioxidants that support skin, heart, brain, and gut health. They create a healthy, colorful, and vibrant way to treat yourself that tastes incredible when paired with our probiotic kefir. So what are you waiting for? Grab your favorite spoon and try this recipe with us!
Find Lifeway Kefir at a store near you here or shop online to have it delivered. You can also see more chia pudding recipes we love here!
The Benefits of Cultured Dairy for Better Health:
Research continues to show the importance of eating healthy foods, including cultured dairy such as kefir, for optimal digestion and gut health, a strong immune system, and to support the microbiome. Fermented foods like kefir hold important value in this line of research due to the link between the gut-brain axis and overall health. Specifically, kefir has been shown to help diversify the microbiome, improve digestion, reduce inflammation, support healthier blood sugar levels, and improve satiety since the bioavailable protein it contains triggers the release of GLP-1.
Lifeway Kefir is packed with a variety of vital nutrients important for overall health, including bone and muscle health; these include vitamin D3, K, calcium, and vitamin B12. Along with our probiotic-rich kefir, Lifeway also offers artisan-made Farmer Cheese, a creamy, high-protein cheese made with live and active cultures to support healthy muscles and a healthy microbiome. Lifeway Farmer Cheese is easy to spread, free of gums and thickeners, and contains no added salt or sugar for optimal health benefits.
Servings: 2Ingredients
Bottom Layer:
- 1 cup Lowfat Blueberry Kefir
- **Or you can use our plain kefir for a less-sweet version.
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1 tbsp. pure maple syrup or honey
Top Layer:
- 1 cup Lowfat Blueberry Kefir
- **Or you can use our plain kefir for a less-sweet version.
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 2 tsp. matcha green tea powder
- 1 tbsp. maple syrup or honey
Additional Ingredients:
- fresh blueberries
- low sugar, gluten-free granola of choice
- optional: 1/4 cup blueberry preserves or fruit-sweetened blueberry jam
Directions
- Using two small bowls, whisk together ingredients for both layers separately. Cover each and refrigerate for 30 minutes or until thick; you can also leave this overnight if desired in the fridge.
- Remove from fridge and add bottom layer to two glasses. If using the preserves or jam, spoon it in next. Divide the top layer of the pudding between the two glasses to complete assembly.
- Top each glass with granola and blueberries, then enjoy!
