Description
A bright and creamy lemon chia seed pudding that is easy to prepare, perfect for breakfasts or desserts.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups Coconut milk, full-fat from a can
- 1/4 cup Lemon juice, fresh
- 1 tbsp Lemon zest, finely grated
- 3 tbsp Maple syrup or honey
- 1/2 cup Chia seeds
- 1 Pinch Sea salt
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract, pure
- Fresh berries, for serving
- Coconut flakes, for garnish
- Lemon zest curls, for garnish
- Whipped cream or coconut yogurt, for topping
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, maple syrup (or honey), sea salt, and vanilla until well combined.
- Add the chia seeds and stir well until every seed is suspended and there are no clumps.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or overnight, to thicken.
- Once set, stir the pudding to smooth it out, then portion into cups.
- Top with fresh berries, coconut flakes, lemon zest curls, and a dollop of whipped cream or coconut yogurt before serving.
Notes
If you want a smoother texture, blend the mixture briefly before chilling. For a lighter version, swap half the coconut milk for almond or oat milk.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chill
- Cuisine: Vegan