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chia gelatin weight loss recipe served in a glass with spoon
Jonas Mitchell

Chia Gelatin Weight Loss Recipe

The chia gelatin weight loss recipe combines chia's fiber with gelatin's protein for a more filling snack than either ingredient makes alone — ready in 5 minutes to prep.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 55
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoon chia seeds
  • 1 tablespoon unflavored gelatin powder
  • 1.75 cup unsweetened fruit juice or herbal tea, divided
  • liquid stevia, to taste (optional)

Equipment

  • 2 small bowl
  • 1 whisk
  • 1 Shallow dish or cups

Method
 

  1. Stir the chia seeds into 3/4 cup of the juice or tea in a bowl. Let it sit for 15 minutes, stirring once or twice, until the seeds swell and thicken slightly.
  2. Sprinkle the gelatin over 1/4 cup of cold water or juice in a separate bowl. Let it sit for 5 minutes until spongy.
  3. Heat the remaining 1 cup of juice or tea until hot but not boiling.
  4. Pour the hot liquid over the bloomed gelatin and whisk until fully dissolved. Stir in the soaked chia mixture and sweetener, if using.
  5. Pour into a shallow dish or cups and refrigerate at least 4 hours, or overnight for best texture.
  6. Cut into cubes, or serve directly from cups.

Notes

For the best texture, chill overnight rather than the minimum 4 hours. Don't skip soaking the chia seeds separately first, or the texture turns gritty. Chia seeds are high in fiber — start with a smaller portion if you're not used to high-fiber foods. Don't use raw pineapple, kiwi, or papaya, as their enzymes stop gelatin from setting. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days; don't freeze.