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    Orange Chia Pudding with Collagen

    Author: Lindsey Published: Jan 24, 2019 · Updated: Dec 11, 2019 · 2 Comments

    This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy.

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    This orange chia pudding with collagen tastes like a healthy creamsicle pudding. Rich with fiber, protein, healthy fats, and with no added sugar, it makes a great balanced meal or healthy snack.

    3 small glasses of orange chia pudding with collagen on a burlap table runner with orange slices. Garnished with coconut whipped cream and curled orange peel garnishes.

    Orange Chia Pudding with Collagen

    There's something so nostalgic about creamsicles. Creamsicle flavors are nostalgic of childhood, grandparents, and hot summer days with sticky treats from an ice cream truck dripping down your arm.

    While this chia pudding channels the bright orange flavors and creaminess of a creamsicle, it's definitely a significantly healthier alternative!

    3 small glasses of orange chia pudding with collagen on a burlap table runner with orange slices. Garnished with coconut whipped cream and curled orange peel garnishes.

    A Balanced On-the-Go Breakfast

    I created this creamsicle orange pudding to be a balanced on-the-go breakfast option. I needed something that could be quickly grabbed by anyone in my family for a breakfast that required no thought but provided plenty of thought-out nourishment. And this has it covered:

    • Fiber: chia seeds, whole orange
    • Fats: chia seeds, coconut milk
    • Protein: collagen peptides, chia seeds
    • Flavor: fresh orange, orange zest, smooth vanilla, and coconut

    3 small glass jars of orange chia pudding with collagen lined up next to each other topped with coconut whipped cream and orange curls.

    How to Make Orange Chia Pudding

    To make this orange chia seed pudding, combine all the ingredients except chia seeds in a blender. Blend until smooth. Then in a large glass bowl, stir together the liquid mixture with the chia seeds. Cover and refrigerate overnight (or at least four hours) until mixture has thickened.

    I chose to not add any additional sweetener, as I find added sugar can sneak in throughout the day and quickly add up. Plus the vanilla and coconut milk add sweet notes without adding sugar. That said, I'm all about you doing what works for you, so feel free to add a touch of honey or stevia to enhance the sweetness, should you so choose.

    Glass cups of orange chia pudding with a black spoon with a spoonful of chia pudding, accented by orange slices all on a burlap runner.

    What's Collagen?

    Collagen is the most abundant protein in your body. In this recipe I used unflavored bovine collagen peptides (affiliate link) to increase health benefits and protein content of this recipe. Check out these in-depth posts on the research about collagen (and its benefits and any potential side effects) and answers to frequently asked collagen questions!

    One perk of using collagen in this orange chia pudding recipe is that vitamin C is important to consume with the amino acids in collagen peptides, as the vitamin C helps support our bodies' natural collagen production and repair. The vitamin C-rich oranges pair perfectly for taste and nutrition in this recipe!

    Also to note, I use Vital Proteins collagen. In my opinion, it's the highest quality and they take incredible care and go to great lengths to ensure a quality product, test for safety, and are completely transparent about their process!

    Looking for more chia seed pudding recipes? Try these! To make these a little more balanced as well, mix some collagen or protein powder of choice in the liquid. Not your thing? Pair with a hardboiled egg or two on the side.

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    3 small glasses of orange chia pudding with collagen on a burlap table runner with orange slices. Garnished with coconut whipped cream and curled orange peel garnishes.

    Don't forget to leave a comment and rate this recipe below when you make it yourself! And please - share pictures of your NTF creations on social media. Tag me (@nutritiontofit #nutritiontofit) so I can see and share! Live well!

    A spoonful of orange chia pudding on a black spoon with a curl of orange peel on top.

    3 small glasses of orange chia pudding with collagen on a burlap table runner with orange slices. Garnished with coconut whipped cream and curled orange peel garnishes.

    Orange Chia Pudding with Collagen

    This orange chia pudding tastes like a healthy creamsicle pudding. Rich with fiber, protein, healthy fats, and with no added sugar, it makes a great balanced meal or healthy snack.
    free from: wheat/ gluten, soy, egg, dairy, shellfish, fish, peanuts, tree nuts* (*does contain coconut)
    5 from 1 vote
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    Course: Breakfast, Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Set Time: 4 hours hours
    Total Time: 4 hours hours 10 minutes minutes
    Servings: 3
    Calories: 366kcal
    Author: Lindsey Janeiro, RDN, CLT

    Ingredients

    • 3 small oranges
    • ¾ cup coconut milk
    • ¾ teaspoon orange zest
    • 1.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 6 scoops unflavored collagen peptides
    • 6 tablespoon chia seeds
    US Customary - Metric

    Instructions

    • Peel oranges. Add oranges, coconut milk, orange zest, vanilla, and collagen to a blender. Blend on high for 1-2 minutes, or until a smooth consistency.
    • Pour the blended liquid in a large bowl and add chia seeds. Stir to combine. Cover and refrigerate at least four hours or overnight so mixture can thicken.
    • Stir prior to serving and enjoy!

    Notes

    Collagen peptides used and recommended are Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides.
    Coconut milk used is full fat canned coconut milk. 
    Nutrition information does not include garnish (garnish pictured is a dollop of coconut whip and orange peel).

    Nutrition

    Calories: 366kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Sodium: 121mg | Potassium: 459mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 295IU | Vitamin C: 71.4mg | Calcium: 214mg | Iron: 3.9mg

    This orange chia pudding tastes like a healthy creamsicle pudding. Rich with fiber, protein, healthy fats, and with no added sugar, it makes a great balanced meal or healthy snack.

    This orange chia pudding tastes like a healthy creamsicle pudding. Rich with fiber, protein, healthy fats, and with no added sugar, it makes a great balanced meal or healthy snack.

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    1. kathy Holt says

      January 30, 2019 at 10:05 am

      how many ounces is in a serving? Thanks Kathy

      Reply
      • Lindsey Janeiro, RDN, CLT says

        January 30, 2019 at 10:19 am

        Hi Kathy! Approximately 5.5 oz per serving - hope that helps!

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