how many grams in a tablespoon of chia seeds?

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• How many grams is one chia egg?
  A chia egg is 1 tablespoon of whole or ground chia (about 9 g) stirred into 3 tablespoons of water and left to gel for 10-15 minutes. The result roughly replaces one large egg in muffins, pancakes, and quick breads. It won't aerate like a beaten egg, so it's a poor swap in sponges or meringues, but reliable for binding.
• How much chia per cup of milk for pudding?
  The common ratio is 2-3 tablespoons of chia seeds (18-27 g) per 1 cup of milk. Two tablespoons gives a loose, drinkable pudding; three gives a thick, spoonable set. Stir, wait 5 minutes, stir again to break up clumps, then refrigerate at least 2 hours. Sweetener and vanilla go in before the rest.
• Is a tablespoon of chia a useful smoothie addition?
  Yes — 1 tablespoon (9 g) adds about 5 g of fiber and 1.7 g of omega-3 ALA without much flavor. Blend it in immediately rather than sprinkling on top, otherwise the seeds gel on the surface and clump. If your blender struggles with whole seeds, ground chia disperses faster and thickens the drink within a minute.

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