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Creamy Lemon Chia Seed Pudding

A refreshing and healthy dessert that combines the zest of lemon with creamy chia seed pudding for a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pudding Base
  • 1 1/4 cups milk of choice (almond, coconut, oat, or whole milk) Choose whichever milk you prefer.
  • 1/4 cup chia seeds
  • 1 large lemon, zest Zest of the lemon for flavor.
  • 1 large lemon, juice Freshly squeezed lemon juice.
  • 1-2 tbsp maple syrup or honey Adjust sweetness to taste.
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt Use Greek yogurt for creaminess or coconut yogurt for a dairy-free option.
Garnish
  • Lemon zest curls For garnish before serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and yogurt until smooth.
  2. Stir in the chia seeds, making sure they are well incorporated and free of clumps.
  3. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes and then whisk again to redistribute the chia seeds.
  4. Cover the bowl and place it in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight until it thickens into a creamy pudding.
Serving
  1. Before serving, give the pudding a gentle stir and spoon it into jars or dessert cups.
  2. Garnish with fresh curls of lemon zest or a drizzle of honey.

Notes

Store in the refrigerator covered for up to five days. Consider adjusting sweetness and experimenting with different yogurt types for desired creaminess.