Lucuma Chia Seed Pudding with Blueberry Compote

I made this chia seed pudding a while ago and it was soooo amazing that I had to make it again for the blog! Lucuma powder is a staple in my superfood supply and I use it quite often. The lucuma is a subtropical fruit native to the Andean valleys and produced in Peru and Ecuador; popular in raw desserts and smoothies, this sweet, creamy and maple tasting powder can also be used as a sweetener replacement.

Lucuma is full of health and nutritional benefits: 

• Contains 14 essential trace elements including high amounts of iron, calcium and phosphorous
• Low on the glycemic index
• High in fiber, B Vitamins and Beta Carotene (an antioxidant to help combat free radicals)

Read more about health benefits of Lucuma here. 

Let’s not forget about the power of chia seeds!  I try to add chia seeds in my diet wherever I can because of their super high content of omega 3’s! They are such a powerhouse of nutrition, only 1 ounce contains the following: 

• Dietary fiber (11g – 42% recommended daily value)
• Protein (4.4g – 9% RDV)
• Omega-3 fatty acids (4915 mg)
• Omega-6 fatty acids (1620 mg)
• Calcium (77 mg – 18% RDV)
• Copper (0.1 mg – 3% RDV)
• Phosphorus (265 mg – 27% RDV)
• Potassium (44.8 mg – 1% RDV)
• Zinc (1.0 mg – 7% RDV)

Read more about health benefits of Chia Seeds here. 

I used blueberries for the compote recipe but you can use any berry.  The Berry compote flavor pairs so well with the Lucuma chia pudding and melts in your mouth!  I topped it off with some sprouted buckwheaties and blueberries but crushed pecans or walnuts would also be really nice!  This recipe is definitely of my favorites!  ENJOY! 🙂

Lucuma Chia Seed Pudding with Blueberry Compote

Crystal Bonnet

Caramel, Maple chia seed pudding topped with blueberry goodness!

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Ingredients

  

Chia Seed Pudding

• 1/4 cup chia seeds black or white
• 1 cup almond milk
• 3 tablespoons lucuma powder
• 5 dates soaked and pitted
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• Dash of Himalayan salt

Blueberry Compote

• 1 cup fresh blueberries
• 3 dates soaked and pitted
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil melted

Instructions

 

Chia Seed Pudding

• Place chia seeds in a medium size bowl and set aside.
• Blend dates, lucuma powder, almond milk, vanilla, cinnamon and salt in a high speed blender until smooth.
• Pour mixture over chia seeds, whisk well until combined.
• Place uncovered in the fridge overnight or for a few hours.

Blueberry Compote

• Blend all ingredients except coconut oil in a high speed blender until smooth.
• Pour melted coconut oil in blender while on low speed to emulsify.
• Place in a glass container and set in fridge overnight or for 1 hour (optional).
• Remove chia seed pudding and compote from fridge.
• Layer pudding and compote in a parfait glass and top with your choice of garnish.
• Enjoy!

Notes

Substitute dates for any liquid sweetener, almond milk for any non-dairy milk and blueberries for any berry.
Soak dates until soft. I soak mine in warm water for 30 minutes.