# Spicy Superfood Desserts These Turmeric Chia Puddings Are Healthy and Exotically Flavorful By M | Published 2015-07-16 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chia-puddings References: [choosingraw](http://www.choosingraw.com/turmeric-chia-pudding-buckwheat-and-raspberry-parfait/) & [choosingraw](http://www.choosingraw.com) Chia puddings are a deliciously healthy alternative to the traditional sugary version and this turmeric-infused version doubles up on the added benefits by including piquant spices. Both healthy and nutritious, this pudding is an ideal snack to have when you've hit those mid-afternoon cravings. The pudding base is made with [chia seeds, almond milk, blended dates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantchi), tumeric, vanilla and cinnamon that have been soaked overnight. When chia comes into contact with a liquid, it expands and turns into a gel-like substance replicating the texture of traditional pudding. Both [turmeric and cinnamon are anti-inflammatory spices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ginger-turmeric-paste) that are great for the digestive track. Once the pudding has formed, you can add buckwheat cereal and raspberries for an added fruity taste. Consumers are amplifying [superfood and spice content](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/functional-spice-collection) in their cooking for added health benefits and exotic flavors. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Amplified Superfood Cooking:** Businesses can capitalize on this trend by offering new and innovative ways to incorporate superfoods into recipes, providing health-conscious consumers with healthier and more flavorful options. - **Exotic Spice Infusions:** Businesses can explore the use of exotic spices like turmeric and cinnamon to create unique flavor profiles in their products, appealing to consumers looking for new and exciting taste experiences. - **Healthy Alternative Snacks:** Businesses can take advantage of the growing demand for healthy snack options by offering nutritious alternatives to traditional sugary desserts, providing consumers with guilt-free indulgence. ### Where This Applies - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can develop and market products that cater to the amplified superfood cooking trend, offering consumers innovative and healthy options. - **Spices and Seasonings:** The spices and seasonings industry can capitalize on the trend of exotic spice infusions, providing businesses with unique spice blends that can enhance the flavors of various food products. - **Snack Food:** The snack food industry can tap into the demand for healthy alternative snacks, creating and promoting snacks that are both delicious and nutritious, satisfying the needs of health-conscious consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Plant-Powered Puddings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantpowered-pudding.md) - [Turmeric-Infused Chai Teas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tulsi-turmeric-chai.md) - [Creamy Prebiotic Puddings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prebiotic-pudding.md) - [Powerful Turmeric Latte Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/turmeric-latte-mix1.md) - [Chia-Infused Tea Lattes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alternative-to-bubble-tea.md) - [Protein-Packed Rice Puddings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fuel10k-rice-pudding.md) - [Health-Optimizing Spice Blends](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goldynglow.md) - [Indulgent Snacking-Friendly Puddings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ambrosia-deluxe.md) - [Nutritious Child-Friendly Rice Puddings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tilda-kids-rice-puddings.md)