Description
The Best Lemon Cream Chia Pudding is a refreshing, healthy dessert that combines the zesty flavor of lemon with nutritious chia seeds. This creamy, no-bake delight is easy to prepare and perfect for anyone looking for a guilt-free indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1 cup almond milk (or any milk of choice)
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Toppings: fresh berries, mint leaves, or coconut flakes
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine chia seeds with freshly squeezed lemon juice and stir well.
- Pour in almond milk gradually, along with maple syrup, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt. Whisk together until well combined.
- Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight to achieve a creamy texture.
- Once chilled, stir the pudding and serve in glasses or bowls topped with fresh berries, mint leaves, or coconut flakes.
Notes
- This pudding can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Feel free to experiment with different milk alternatives such as coconut milk or oat milk.
- For added creaminess, blend the almond milk with soaked cashews before mixing with chia seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180 Kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg