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    Home » Breakfast and Brunch » Matcha Chocolate Chia Parfait

    Matcha Chocolate Chia Parfait

    Published: Jan 1, 2018 · Modified: Mar 10, 2021 by HWC Magazine · 10 Comments

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    Matcha Chocolate Chia Parfait is a delicious make ahead breakfast or anytime treat. Tastes sinful but is really good for you! (Vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free and high in fiber)

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    Why you are going to love our Matcha Chocolate Chia Parfait

    You are just going to love the combination of Matcha green tea and chocolate! Just the perfect amount of gentle sweetness with the deep earthy taste of Matcha and rich cocoa. You are also going to love that little crunch and texture from the chia seeds and the little buzz from the caffeine kick.

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    Chia Seeds

    Chia Seeds are a super food. Chia seeds are high in antioxidants and help prevent cancers, high in fiber to keep the digestive track in good function. Chia seeds also help reverse inflammation and this is good for heart health, help boost your energy and are a good source of protein.

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    What is Matcha?

    Matcha is a special type of powdered green tea that is grown and produced in Japan under shade and then a special harvest. Then, the leaves are carefully ground with stone grinding wheels to produce a fine powder. There are different grades of matcha from the top ceremonial grade down to kitchen grade. The brighter the green color, the mellow flavor and younger the leaves are the ceremonial grade matcha. The kitchen grades are a little deeper green, not as finely ground and have a stronger earthy vegetal flavor.

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    For a delicious Matcha Chocolate Chai Parfait we used a kitchen grade matcha. In this recipe, a little stronger matcha flavor is required to stand up to the deep cocoa powder. We used organic vanilla matcha from Fraser Tea.

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    Matcha green tea is also high in anti-oxidants, boosts metabolism and has caffeine. Win-Win if you are starting your day with this delicious matcha chocolate chia parfait.

    We love to make a few of these on Sunday, store then in the refrigerator to eat during the week. If you make them in Tupperware or in a glass container that has a lid you can bring these into work and school.

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    Matcha Chocolate Chia Parfait are very satisfying and keep you going all morning strong. The Chia seeds make you feel full. You have a boost of caffeine from the Matcha and cocoa. It is the perfect morning healthy start or healthy snack. They are also gluten-free, dairy free and vegan.

    If you like chia parfaits, sure to check out our Spicy Chocolate Chia Puerh Chia Pudding. and our Lemony Lavender Chia Seed Pudding.

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    Matcha Chocolate Chia Parfait

    Matcha Chocolate Chia Parfait is a delicious make ahead breakfast with a deep earthy taste of Matcha, cocoa and buzz from the caffeine kick.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Course: Breakfast and Brunch
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Refrigerator Time: 8 hours
    Total Time: 8 hours 5 minutes
    Servings: 2
    Calories: 382kcal
    Author: HWC Magazine

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups coconut milk
      or almond milk (or dairy or choice)
    • ⅔ cup chia seeds
      whole
    • 1.5 teaspoon Vanilla Matcha Organic Green Tea
      or matcha of choice
    • 1.5 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder
    • 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey or sweetener alternative of choice to your desired sweetness level
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    Instructions

    • Mix coconut milk (or dairy of choice) and ⅓ cup of the chia seeds and 1 tablespoon of Vanilla Matcha Organic Green Tea and mix in a sealed container.
    • Mix coconut milk (or dairy of choice) and ⅓ cup of the chia seeds, 1 tablespoon of unsweetened cocoa powder and sweetener of choice. Mix in a sealed container.
    • Refrigerate both containers overnight. In the morning, mix both the matcha chai and chocolate chia and then layer in a cup a layer of chocolate chia, then a layer of matcha chia and so on.
    • Drizzle with a little honey or maple syrup if desired. Dust with a little cocoa powder or matcha as desired. Enjoy!

    Notes

    We only drizzled a little of  maple syrup on top to make it lightly sweet. The amount of sweetness is a personal preference. Our suggestion is start out with a small amount as you can always add more or drizzle some on top later. 

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1g | Calories: 382kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: 253mg | Fiber: 21g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 181IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 467mg | Iron: 5mg
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    1. Jen says

      December 26, 2021 at 7:41 pm

      5 stars
      SO Yummy

      Reply
    2. Ken says

      December 14, 2021 at 5:36 pm

      5 stars
      Im trying to get more Matcha in my diet

      Reply
    3. Eha Carr says

      March 07, 2021 at 11:52 pm

      A very interesting read ! Truly forget how long back I last made a parfait but yours looks most moreish . . . must reconnoitre 🙂 ! Have green tea at home naturally . . . chia seeds are around sometimes ! Nit fir my breakfast perchance - can't imagine one without a big mug of string black coffee and a smorrebrod with pickled fish . . . . but for a light lunch with a big dinner in the wings . . . as I said: interesting ~~

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      • HWC Magazine says

        March 08, 2021 at 3:40 pm

        Thanks so much Eha. We love matcha and especially that euphoric feeling you get after eating or drinking it- so relaxing. We are just like you and heating dinner leftovers is our kind of breakfast too- but pickled herring just can't do it. Tried it many times and we will take a pass on that. LOL Hope you are staying well and doing well. Take Care

        Reply
    4. mjskit says

      January 18, 2018 at 2:37 am

      Just added to my Matcha Love Pinterest Boad and now I can't wait to try it!

      Reply
      • HWC Magazine says

        January 22, 2018 at 9:34 pm

        Thank you MJ! Take care

        Reply
    5. Emma @ Bake Then Eat says

      January 12, 2018 at 3:18 am

      Yum, what a great way to use chia seeds. I am always looking for new ways to use them and these flavours sound like a great pair.

      Reply
    6. kitchenriffs says

      January 09, 2018 at 3:31 pm

      What a fun dish! And love the looks of it -- really attractive. Wonderful combo of flavors, too -- really creative. Thanks!

      Reply
    7. Monica M. says

      January 06, 2018 at 9:17 pm

      I'm so curious about chia and chia pudding. I hear there's even a chia jam on the market now. Regardless, I've not seen chia this inviting. This parfait is so pretty and I love being able to feel good indulging in it. Here's to a happy & healthy New Year!

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      • HWC Magazine says

        January 07, 2018 at 1:19 pm

        Thank you Monica! We were late to hop on the chia band wagon as well, but we are here now and the options are endless.

        Reply

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