Description
Bright, zesty, and silky, this Lemon Chia Pudding is a perfect quick breakfast or light dessert, bursting with refreshing lemon flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup (about 40 g) chia seeds
- 1 cup (240 ml) almond milk (or milk of choice—oat or dairy milk works well)
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (or honey; use maple syrup for vegan)
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon (about 2 tablespoons juice)
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract for warmth
- Optional: 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt or silken tofu for extra creaminess and protein
- Optional: 1/4 cup canned full-fat coconut milk in place of some almond milk for richness
- Optional: 1–2 tablespoons honey, agave, or a few drops of liquid stevia (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine chia seeds, almond milk, maple syrup, lemon juice, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt.
- Stir well to combine and ensure there are no clumps of chia seeds.
- Let the mixture sit for about 5 minutes, then stir again to prevent clumping.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight until the pudding thickens.
- Serve chilled, optionally topped with fresh fruit or additional lemon zest.
Notes
Chia seeds are nutrient-dense and high in fiber, omega-3s, and minerals. For a creamier texture, consider replacing some almond milk with coconut milk or adding Greek yogurt.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Refrigeration
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 13.5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7.4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6.8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 6.9g
- Protein: 3.8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg