Warm Flax and Berry Chia Pudding
A light, comforting bowl featuring ground flaxseed, chia seeds, and warm berries. Gently sweet and easy on the digestive system after a tiring day.
Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
10 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Alissa + Lila
Alissa created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthTrigger-aware comfort
Make the meal work for today
Keep spicy extras on the side and adjust the temperature or portion to suit you. The best version is the one you can enjoy comfortably.
Notice: comfort + personal triggers
Well-fueled muscles
Support your everyday foundations
A varied meal helps bring protein, energy and minerals into the day without turning dinner into a supplement calculation.
Notice: comfort + hydration
A better-fueled day
Make regular eating and hydration easier
Use this meal as an easy anchor for regular food and a glass of water—two simple things that can get lost on a busy day.
Notice: timing + hydration
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
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Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
10 min
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Equipment
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Next: Measure 1 cup (240ml) of unsweetened almond…
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Measure 1 cup (240ml) of unsweetened almond…
Measure 1 cup (240ml) of unsweetened almond milk into a small saucepan and place it over medium-low heat for 3 minutes until warmed through.
Look for: warmed through
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Whisk together 2 tbsp of chia seeds…
In a small heatproof bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp of chia seeds and 1 tbsp of ground flaxseed.
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Pour the warm almond milk into the…
Pour the warm almond milk into the bowl with the seeds, whisking thoroughly to prevent clumping.
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Stir in 0.25 tsp of ground cinnamon and 0.25 tsp of vanilla extract.
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Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes…
Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes to thicken slightly into a smooth, porridge-like texture.
Allow: 5 minutes
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While resting, heat 0.5 cup of blueberries in the same small saucepan over medium heat for 2 minutes until soft and warm.
Look for: soft and warm
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Spoon the warm berries over the pudding…
Spoon the warm berries over the pudding and serve immediately in a cozy bowl.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Store any remaining portions in a sealed…
Store any remaining portions in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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