Raw Chia Porridge With Almonds, Dates and Cinnamon

In The Raw with Chef Cynthia Louise

An awesome, classic porridge with healthy soaked almonds and chia seeds which are rich in antioxidants!

Serves: 5

Ingredients

(use organic ingredients where possible)

• 1 cup almonds (soaked overnight in water and rinsed well)
• 1-2 tbsp vanilla seeds
• ½ cup water; more if you require
• ¼ cup chia seeds
• Pinch of cinnamon
• Pinch of salt
• Ginger (optional)
• Fruit of your choice
• Medjool dates (optional)

Directions

1. Add the soaked almonds to your Vitamix or high-speed blender.
2. Add the water and the vanilla seeds.
3. Strain the mixture through a cheesecloth, squeeze to drain the water into a bowl.
4. Add the chia seeds to the water, whisk well.
5. Allow to sit for 5 minutes, then add the fruits.
6. Optional to add dates as a sweetener.