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Growing Chefs! Ontario Amaranth and Chia Pudding with Roasted Pears

Amaranth and Chia Pudding with Roasted Pears

“This creamy, protein-packed pudding combines the nutty flavour of amaranth with the subtle crunch of chia seeds. Roasted pears add natural sweetness and a lovely fall touch. It’s a healthy, make-ahead dessert or breakfast that’s satisfying and elegant.”
Difficulty
Intermediate
Yield
Serves 6-8

Pudding

Ingredients
1 cup amaranth, rinsed3 tablespoons chia seeds3 cups milk (dairy or plant-based)2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon Pinch of salt

Roasted Pears

Ingredients
3 ripe pears, peeled, cored, and sliced1 tablespoon lemon juice1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Optional Garnish

Ingredients
Fresh berries Toasted coconut flakes Granola

Directions

Get Organized!

Gather your mise en place; get together all of the equipment needed for the recipe and gather your ingredients.

Get Prepped!

Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Prepare the pears by peeling, coring, and slicing them. Toss the slices with lemon juice, maple syrup, and cinnamon, then spread evenly on the prepared baking sheet.

Rinse the amaranth in a fine-mesh strainer under cold water. Measure out the chia seeds, milk, sweetener, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt.

Get Cooking!

Roast the pears in the oven for about 15 – 20 minutes, until tender and lightly caramelized.

Meanwhile, combine the amaranth, milk, cinnamon, and salt in a medium pot. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce to low and simmer, uncovered, stirring frequently for 20 – 25 minutes until the amaranth is soft and creamy. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla, sweetener, and chia seeds. Let the pudding sit for 5 – 10 minutes to thicken.

Serve the pudding warm or chilled, topped with roasted pears and optional garnishes like berries, granola, or toasted coconut.