Description
A refreshing and healthy Lemon Chia Pudding made with zesty lemon, sweet maple syrup, and creamy non-dairy milk. This easy-to-make, vegan, and gluten-free pudding offers a perfect balance of tart and sweet flavors with a delightful texture from chia seeds, ideal for breakfast or a light dessert.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 large lemon (zested and juiced)
- 1 cup non-dairy milk (such as almond milk, soy milk, or oat milk)
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
Instructions
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, lemon zest, lemon juice, and non-dairy milk until fully combined and smooth.
- Add Chia Seeds: Stir in the chia seeds thoroughly to ensure they’re evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Let it Sit: Allow the mixture to sit for 15 minutes at room temperature so the chia seeds can absorb the liquid and begin to gel.
- Chill: Transfer the pudding to the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour or until it reaches a thick, pudding-like consistency.
- Serve: Stir gently before serving and enjoy as a nutritious breakfast or dessert. Optionally, garnish with fresh fruit or nuts.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh lemon juice and zest for maximum flavor.
- You can substitute maple syrup with honey if not strictly vegan.
- Experiment with different non-dairy milks to find your preferred creaminess and flavor.
- Chia pudding can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- If the pudding is too thick after chilling, stir in a little more non-dairy milk to reach desired consistency.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
- Method: No-Cook, Mixing and Refrigeration
- Cuisine: Vegan, Plant-Based
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: lemon chia pudding, vegan pudding, chia seed dessert, healthy breakfast, gluten free pudding, dairy free dessert
