I think I can safely say that lavender was the first herb I fell in love with. I remember when I was a kid, my Mom sold this amazing lavender room spray in her gift shop that was made by a local woman she knew. I’m pretty sure I abused my spray sample privileges because I would spray this enticing, magical scent any time, I was in the gift shop. I would spray it into the air, spin around, and let it anoint me in all of its lavender loveliness.

That was a long time ago and I have since learned through the years that I love the taste of lavender just as much as I love the smell. Lavender scones, lavender tea, lavender chocolates, you name it and I love it. So, it’s not too far of a stretch that while out running errands, I randomly got the idea to try infusing almond milk with lavender and try that in my breakfast chia pudding. It turned out delicious! I like to make a few jars of this chia pudding and keep them in my fridge for a easy, healthy, and nourishing breakfast. Or it makes a great afternoon snack if you need a little nosh before dinner time. I hope you’ll give this easy, recipe a try! It has to set overnight so please take that into consideration if you are planning on making it!

Lavender Infused Chia Pudding

Makes enough for one person.

~1 cup of unsweetened almond milk

~4 tablespoons of chia seeds

~1 teaspoon dried lavender buds

~1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Topping measurements are to your preference!

~ Sliced almonds

~Ground cinnamon

~Fresh berries

~Hemp seeds

~ Drizzle of maple syrup or honey

1. Pour dried lavender into almond milk. Set aside in fridge for approximately one hour. After the hour is up, strain the lavender, from the almond milk and put infused almond milk into a pint sized canning jar.

2. Add the chia seeds and vanilla to the almond milk, stir well and cover. Place jar in the refrigerator and let it set overnight.
Side note: your chia may clump together in “globs” in your almond milk. I honestly have no idea why it does this. Before eating, I like to give it a good stir with a fork or whisk. Then let it sit for another 15-20 minutes for a pudding consistency.

3. Add any toppings you like and enjoy!