Cinnamon Chia Kefir With Toasted Walnuts
A creamy, probiotic-rich kefir bowl dotted with plump chia seeds and warm cinnamon. Paired with toasted walnuts for a satisfying, blood-sugar-friendly crunch.
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Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthDigestive comfort
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Before you start
Your 5-minute game plan
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Equipment
Large skillet
Time saver
For a thicker, pudding-like texture, mix the kefir and chia seeds the night before and store them in the fridge.
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- 1Set out all ingredients before cooking
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
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Next: Pour the kefir into a glass and…
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Pour the kefir into a glass and…
Pour the kefir into a glass and stir in the chia seeds along with a generous dash of ground cinnamon.
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Let the mixture sit for about 3…
Let the mixture sit for about 3 to 5 minutes so the chia seeds can begin to plump and soften.
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Serve the spiced kefir with the walnuts…
Serve the spiced kefir with the walnuts on the side, enjoying a few crunchy nuts between sips.
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The nutrition underneath
Why this bowl holds together
For a thicker
For a thicker, pudding-like texture, mix the kefir and chia seeds the night before and store them in the fridge.
If you have a few extra…
If you have a few extra minutes, toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes to dramatically enhance their buttery flavor.
If you prefer a slightly sweeter…
If you prefer a slightly sweeter profile without adding sugar, add a splash of vanilla extract to the kefir.
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