Chia Berry Parfait

PREP4 HRS 10 MIN COOK  5 MIN

INGREDIENTS based on 1 serving

1⁄2 cup (125ml) milk, reduced fat (or dairy-free alternative) 

1⁄8 cup (15g) vanilla protein powder (or natural protein powder) 

1⁄8 cup (15g) chia seeds 

1⁄2 medium banana mashed

1 pitted medjool date roughly chopped

pinch of salt

For Layering

1⁄3 cup (60g) fresh or frozen blueberries 

1 tbs toasted muesli or granola (or gluten free) 

1⁄8 cup (15g) fresh raspberries

METHOD

Combine milk, protein powder, chia, banana, dates and salt in a bowl and set aside for at least 4 hours, or overnight, stirring once to evenly distribute the chia.

At the same time in a small saucepan, simmer blueberries with a dash of water over medium heat for at least 5 minutes to breakdown and thicken to a sauce consistency. Place in the fridge to cool.

When ready to serve, layer blueberry compote and chia mixture into a small jar or glass. Top with muesli and fresh berries to serve.

NUTRITION

Energy (kJ) - 1475 kJ / 352 cals

Protein - 20.8 g

Fat - 9.1 g

Sat. Fat - 2.4 g

Carbs - 41.6 g

Sugar - 33.4 g

Fiber - 10.8 g