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Lemon Cream Chia Pudding

Lemon Cream Chia Pudding – A Bright & Creamy Treat

Delight in the creamy and refreshing flavors of Lemon Cream Chia Pudding, a quick, nutritious, and gluten-free dessert.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Pudding
  • 1/2 cup Chia Seeds
  • 1 cup Unsweetened Almond Milk Can be substituted with coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt Or use coconut yogurt for a dairy-free option
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Zest For flavor without acidity
  • 2 tbsp Maple Syrup Adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1 pinch Salt

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • whisk
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Airtight Container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine the unsweetened almond milk, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  2. Squeeze in the fresh lemon juice and add lemon zest. Whisk again until evenly blended.
  3. Gradually sprinkle in the chia seeds while whisking continuously to avoid clumping. Allow to rest for about 5 minutes.
  4. Whisk the mixture again to ensure even distribution of chia seeds.
  5. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  6. Before serving, gently stir in almond milk if the pudding is too thick. Adjust sweetness as needed.
  7. Serve in glasses or bowls and top with fresh berries or granola if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 100mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 9gSugar: 5gVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Taste and adjust sweetness or acidity before serving. It stores well in the fridge for up to 4 days.

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