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Thandai Chia Pudding

Cultural Context

Thandai is a traditional North Indian drink, often enjoyed during festivals like Holi. It typically features a blend of nuts, spices, and milk, embodying the rich flavors of Indian cuisine. This Thandai Chia Pudding combines the essence of thandai with the health benefits of chia seeds, making it a delightful and nutritious dessert. Today, chia pudding has gained popularity globally, with various adaptations, but this Indian twist brings a unique flavor profile to the table.

IndianINdessert
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups of milk of your choice (preferably almond or cashew milk if you are vegan)
1/2 cup chia seed
1/2 cup thandai powder or masala
2-3 tbsp maple syrup / honey
1/2 cup frozen or fresh mango purée
1/2 cup frozen blueberries purée
1/2 cup frozen raspberries purée
some sliced almonds
some pistachios
some dried rose petals

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: soy milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and adds a nutty flavor.

thandai masala

🥗Healthier: homemade thandai spice blend

💰Cheaper: store-bought thandai powder

Homemade blends can be healthier and more flavorful.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: sugar

Agave syrup is lower on the glycemic index.

pistachios

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds are more affordable and nut-free.

1

Combine chia seeds and milk in a bowl.

2

Add thandai powder and mix well until combined.

3

Stir in maple syrup or honey until dissolved.

4

Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

5

Once set, give the pudding a good stir to break up any clumps.

6

Layer the pudding with mango, blueberry, and raspberry purées.

7

Serve in bowls or glasses, topped with sliced almonds and pistachios.

8

Garnish with dried rose petals.

Cooking Techniques

mixingsoaking

Equipment Needed

bowlrefrigeratorserving glasses

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegangluten-free

Allergens

milktree-nuts

Also Known As

Chia Pudding with ThandaiThandai Infused Chia Pudding

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