Looking for a creative and wholesome breakfast or dessert that’s as fun to make as it is to eat? Meet Polar Bear Chia Pudding, a creamy chia pudding topped with adorable polar bear bliss balls. This recipe is not just a feast for tbe taste buds but also a playful addition to your table that’s sure to bring smiles all around. Perfect for kids, cozy winter nights, or even a festive brunch, it’s delicious and combines nutrition with a touch of whimsy.
What is Polar Bear Chia Pudding?
This recipe combines two stars:
1. Chia Pudding: A creamy, lightly sweetened base made with chia seeds, plant-based milk, and a touch of vanilla.
2. Polar Bear Bliss Balls: Coconutty bliss balls decorated with shredded coconut and tiny details to resemble polar bears.
The result? A visually stunning nutrient-packed breakfast or dessert that’s bursting with flavor and texture.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Playful presentation: The polar bear bliss balls add a whimsical, festive touch.
- Wholesome Ingredients: Packed with fiber, healthy fats, and natural sweetness.
- Customizable: Adjust the sweetness, toppings, or flavors to suit your preferences.
- Kid-Friendly: A fun recipe to make and enjoy with your kids!
Tips For Success
- Perfect Consistency: After mixing the ingredients for the chia pudding, let it rest 5-10 minutes, then give it a stir before placing it in the fridge to avoid lumps.
- Shape the Bliss Balls: Slightly damp hands to make it easier to roll and shape the bliss balls.
- Make Ahead: Both the chia pudding and bliss balls can be prepared a day in advance, making this an ideal dessert for entertaining or busy mornings.
Polar Bear Chia Pudding
Equipment
- 1 Food processor
Ingredients
Chia Pudding
- 3 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 cup non-dairy milk
- 1-2 tbsp agave syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp blue spirulina optional
- Plant-based yogurt to serve
Polar Bears
- 1 cup shredded coconut (plus extra for coating)
- 8 Medjool dates, pitted
- 2 TBSP coconut cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
- Vegan white chocolate chips or slivered almonds for ears and nose
- Dark chocolate, melted for eyes and nose
Instructions
Chia Pudding
- In a bowl, whisk together chia seeds, plant-based milk, agave syrup, vanilla extract and blue spirulina or butterfly pea powder.1 cup non-dairy milk, 3 tbsp chia seeds, 1-2 tbsp agave syrup, 1 tsp vanilla extract, ½ tsp blue spirulina
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight, until the mixture thickens into a pudding-like consistency.
Polar Bears
- In food processor, blend shredded coconut, dates, coconut cream, and salt until the mixture sticks together.1 cup shredded coconut (plus extra for coating), 8 Medjool dates, pitted, 2 TBSP coconut cream, 1 tsp vanilla extract, A pinch of salt
- Roll the mixture into small balls (about 1 tablespoon each).
- Roll the balls in shredded coconut to coat them completely.
- Add white chocolate or slivered almonds for the ears and part where the nose goes, and use melted dark chocolate for eyes and nose to create polar bear faces.
Assemble
- Divide the chia pudding into two serving glasses or bowls.
- Top each with plant-based yogurt. and two polar bears bliss balls.
- Garnish with extra shredded coconut and/or fresh berries for extra flair.
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