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    Home » Recipes » Breakfast

    Black Forest Flaxseed Pudding (refined sugar free)

    Published: May 12, 2021 · This post may contain affiliate links. · 12 Comments

    This Black Forest Flaxseed Pudding is an easy to prepare healthy breakfast for those busy mornings when you’re trying to get yourself fed and out the door. It’s great for meal prep, plant based, refined sugar free and easy to customize! You'll love this creamy and soothing Chocolate Flaxseed Pudding Recipe.

    Jump to:
    • 💡 The recipe in a nutshell
    • Flax vs Chia seeds
    • Difference between flax seed and flax meal
    • How to make flax meal
    • More breakfast ideas
    • 📖 Recipe
    • 💬 Reviews
    Black Forest Flaxseed Pudding vegan

    💡 The recipe in a nutshell

    • Vegan (eggless and dairy free)
    • Meal Prep recipe
    • Refined sugar free
    • Nutrient-dense and high in fiber
    • Plant-based Breakfast on a budget

    Flax vs Chia seeds

    There have been popping up lots of "Chia Seed Pudding" variations on my Instagram. Unfortunately I am not the biggest fan of Chia seeds. Don't get me wrong, they come with great health benefits and nutritional value. However, they are pricey and chewy when turned into "pudding". I just can't stand the texture and bite of a Chia Pudding. Thankfully there is a cheaper seed, which comes with similar characteristics and a slight advantage. Flax seeds!

    Chia and flax seeds are both very nutritious - no question. Both also offer similar benefits for heart health, blood sugar levels and digestion. However, flax seeds do appear to have an advantage, especially when it comes to reducing hunger and appetite, as well as lowering the risk of certain cancers. Plus, as mentioned earlier they are way more affordable than Chia seeds!

    As a comparison: The average price of flax seeds is ca. $3.99 per pound. While the average price of chia seeds is ca. $9.99 per pound.

    Just like chia seeds, flax seeds/flax meal soak up moisture and create, when mixed with water, a gel-like substance. Flax meal and water is used to create a vegan egg, but you can also use this process to turn it into a very nutritious breakfast pudding! This Chocolate Flax Meal Pudding is a breakfast pudding without that annoying "crunch" and slimy texture that you have in a Chia Pudding.

    vegan flaxseed pudding with black forest flavor

    Difference between flax seed and flax meal

    Flaxseeds - the whole seed, are commonly found in two varieties: brown flax seeds and golden flaxseeds. Both work interchangeably in this recipe. Gold flaxseeds are a bit more mellow in flavor.

    Flax meal - this is simply a convenient option for you to buy pre-ground flaxseeds. The seeds have been milled and are no longer whole. If you don't want to make your own flax meal, these are perfect for you! Ground flax, by the way, is just a different name for flax meal!

    How to make flax meal

    Let’s talk about how to make flaxseed meal from whole flaxseeds, because it's easy and saves you money! You can find flax seeds (and flax meal) in all grocery stores. I recommend getting whole flax seeds at the grocery store from the bulk section. Buying in bulk is usually cheaper!

    To ground your flax seeds you need a blender, food processor, or a coffee grinder! Simply add flaxseeds into your blender, or food processor and let it run for +/- 30 seconds! After 30 seconds use a spatula to scrape the sides and bottom of your blender to thoroughly mix the flaxseeds and blend for an additional 30 seconds.  I usually make a bigger batch of this and store in the fridge to use as needed.

    Depending on the quantity you process, you may need to scrape the sides of the blender several times, scraping every 30 seconds or so and checking to see if any whole seeds remain. If so, blend for another 30 seconds and check again. It's so easy to grind your flax meal at home, and saves you even more money. Store in refrigerator.

    More breakfast ideas

    For more plant-based meal ideas browse our recipe page!

    📖 Recipe

    black forest flaxseed pudding

    Black Forest Flaxseed Pudding (refined sugar free)

    Jacqui
    This Black Forest Flaxseed Pudding is an easy to prepare healthy breakfast for those busy mornings when you’re trying to get yourself fed and out the door. It’s great for meal prep, plant based, refined sugar free and easy to customize! You'll love this creamy and soothing Chocolate Flaxseed Pudding Recipe.
    5 from 12 votes
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Total Time 15 mins
    Course Breakfast
    Cuisine Dairy-Free, Egg-Free, Plant Based, Sugar-Free, Vegan
    Servings 2 servings

    Equipment

    • Food Processor, or Mixer

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 big bananas
    • 200 g pitted red tart cherries (1 heaping cup)
    • 4 tablespoon flax meal
    • 3 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
    • 2 pitted soft dates ( to soften soak for 10 minutes in hot water)
    • 100 g plant based yogurt unsweetened

    Optional add-ins

    • a couple drops of rum flavoring
    • 1 scoop of dietary supplement of your choice

    Garnish ideas

    • fresh cherries, or other fruit and berries
    • slivered almonds, or other nuts
    • cacao nibs
    • coconut shreds

    Instructions
     

    • In a food processor add bananas and drained cherries and blend until smooth. Then add flax meal, cocoa, dates and water and blend again until completely smooth. 
    • Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. Add yogurt and serve as is, or topped with garnish of choice. Enjoy!
    Keyword Beginner Friendly Vegan Recipe, Black Forest Pudding, Flaxseed Pudding, Plant Based Quark, sugar-free
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    1. Jan says

      March 28, 2022 at 10:14 pm

      5 stars
      Was looking for a new pudding to try for brekky. So glad I found this recipe. I can't wait to try it

      Reply
    2. Andrea White says

      March 28, 2022 at 11:11 pm

      5 stars
      my kind of snack! definitely perfect for those who have a sweet tooth! so good!

      Reply
    3. Anaiah says

      March 28, 2022 at 11:14 pm

      5 stars
      Loving this idea for flaxseed pudding! I would have never thought to try making a pudding out of it but this looks absolutely delicious. Excited to try!

      Reply
    4. Daniela says

      March 29, 2022 at 2:40 am

      5 stars
      Made a double batch because this will be my new go-to breakfast! SO Good! Thank you for sharing this recipe for Black Forest Flaxseed Pudding

      Reply
    5. Jeannie says

      March 29, 2022 at 3:26 am

      5 stars
      Glad I have a flax meal to replicate this black forest flaxseed pudding, a great way to enjoy a healthy breakfast meal. I decided to make it overnight and eat it after I woke up.

      Reply
    6. Emily says

      March 29, 2022 at 3:49 am

      5 stars
      This was so tasty! I'm not really a fan of chia seed "puddings" either. I love having a healthy breakfast waiting for me in the fridge!

      Reply
    7. Samantha says

      March 29, 2022 at 4:33 am

      5 stars
      I love love love all these healthy ingredients! It turned out so delicious!

      Reply
    8. Kayla DiMaggio says

      March 29, 2022 at 1:43 pm

      5 stars
      Yum! This flaxseed pudding was so delicious! Loved the rich chocolate flavors!

      Reply
    9. Michelle says

      March 29, 2022 at 2:29 pm

      5 stars
      THis was my first time making a flaxseed pudding and WOW! Such a great idea! Love the whole vibe.

      Reply
    10. nancy says

      March 29, 2022 at 5:19 pm

      5 stars
      BF is my favourite dessert and this deconstructed dessert really hits the spot! great job Jac!

      Reply
    11. Anna - Vegnfit says

      March 29, 2022 at 7:41 pm

      5 stars
      Delicious pudding perfect for a healthy breakfast. Flaxseed is indeed super healthy and can compete with chia when it comes to nutrients.uch cheaper too 😊

      Reply
    12. Katie Jacques says

      March 29, 2022 at 11:02 pm

      5 stars
      I am so happy to have found a healthy pudding recipe, I have been looking for one for ages!

      Reply

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