Vanilla Chia Vegan Yogurt

Going dairy free,  we've missed yogurt!   We've tried a couple of the coconut milk ones but they are so expensive,  so alternatives to store bought are a must.  I tried this month's ago and literally forgot how much I liked it so I was so happy when someone reminded me of it.   My son,  who is still top 8 allergy free wasn't too keen on the chia seeds but maybe after a few tries,  he'll warm up to them!

So this is a super simple process but the first stage of it is super important.  Chia seeds will get clumpy in the coconut milk if you don't stir it ever 20 minutes two times to keep the seeds separated and evenly distributed through the milk as it starts to absorb.   Then you can leave it over night and be ready for breakfast in the morning!

Just measure the chia and put it in a container that you have a lid for.   Honestly a mason jar would be perfect but I didn't have an extra one to try at the time so regular Tupper are works fine too.   Add in the coconut milk,  sweetener,  and vanilla extract and just stir until it's all mixed evenly and refrigerate.   Then make sure after about 20 minutes you go back and stir it again and better yet,  do that one more time in another twenty minutes.   That last stir isn't super necessary but is helpful with the consistency of it come morning.   

The next day,  pull it out of the fridge,  give it a stir and top it with your favorite berries.  You've got yourself a natural breakfast that will leave you feeling full and energized for hours!  

Ingredients :

1/4c chia seeds (either black or white) 

1c unsweetened coconut milk

1 packet of Stevia or 1 tsp of honey 

1 tsp vanilla extract 

1c mixed berries (used to top) 

Preparation :

Mix ingredients (minus the berries)  into a container,  cover,  and refrigerate.   Stir yogurt after 20 minutes to keep consistency and repeat after another 20 minutes.   Let sit overnight.   When ready to eat, top with your berries and enjoy!