Açaí Basil Seed Breakfast Jar (Easy Vegan/Sugar-free Recipe)
This Açaí Basil Seed Breakfast Pot is a combinination of my two of my favourite breakfasts: an açaí bowl and a chia pudding (or basil seed pudding in this case). I love this breakfast combination because it’s packed with antioxidants, plant-protein, fibre, complex carbs and healthy fats, and of course it tastes delicious!
Chia seeds and basil seeds are very similar in both form and taste. They’re both hydrophilic seeds which means they’re able to rapidly absorb a large amount of water in a short time. But basil seeds have a slightly different nutrient profile than chia and for that reason are my go-to.
Basil seeds come from the holy basil plant and like chia seeds are considered to be a super food which means they deliver the maximum amount of nutrients with a minimum number of calories. They’re a great source of plant protein and are rich in omega 3 fatty acids which support heart health, healthy skin, hair, and nails. Basil seeds are high in fibre which is essential for healthy digestion and preventing blood sugar spikes. They’re a good source of iron, calcium, magnesium and vitamin K and have more potassium per serve than bananas!
These magickal little seeds are also rich in antioxidants (flavanoids and polyphenols) which give them some amazing anti-inflammatory properties. But my favourite thing about basil seeds is the unique combination of antioxidants, amino acids, vitamins and minerals that is thought to help stimulate collagen production in the skin so they keep your skin glowing from the inside out.
The other component to this breakfast jar is Açaí. I’ve talked about the amazing Açaí berry in this post How to Make a Low Sugar Super Antioxidant Açaí bowl. But to sum it up, açaí berries contain very little sugar and are absolutely packed with antioxidants. Antioxidants slow down the ageing process, lower cholesterol levels, improve circulation and help prevent disease.
To complete this super powered breakfast, top with a spoonful of your favourite yoghurt to add a serving of probiotics and sprinkle over some crunchy granola for a truly satisfying breakfast.
Açaí Basil Seed Breakfast Pot
Serves: 2
Prep time: 10 minutes
2 Tbsp basil seeds (or chia seeds)
1 cup plant milk
1 tsp vanilla extract or 1/4 tsp vanilla powder
2 packets/serves frozen Açaí
1/2 cup frozen mango
1/2 cup frozen blueberries
1/2 cup frozen raspberries
1 cup/250ml coconut water
To serve:
Coconut yoghurt
Crunchy granola
Make the basil seed pudding first by combing the seeds in a small bowl with the plant milk and vanilla. Optional to add a little sweetener such as pure maple syrup or honey. Stir well and set aside to allow to seeds to absorb the liquid.
Next make the açaí layer. Soften the frozen açaí first by placing the packets under hot tap or in a bowl of warm water until you can easily break the blocks into pieces. Removce from packets and combine with the mango, blueberries, raspberries and coconut water in a blender and blend until smooth.
Layer up your jars or serving bowls with the açaí and basil seed pudding, and top them off with a dollop of coconut yoghurt and sprinkle of crunchy granola and enjoy!
You can make these breakfast jars ahead of time as they will keep in. the fridge for a day or two, just leave the granola off until serving so that it stays nice and crunchy.
