Description
Key Lime Chia Seed Pudding is a refreshing, healthy dessert combining zesty lime juice, creamy plant-based milk, and nutrient-rich chia seeds with a smooth texture from a natural gelling agent. It is easy to prepare, dairy-free, and perfect for a light snack or dessert any time of day.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 cup plant-based milk (almond, coconut, or oat milk)
- 2 tablespoons fresh key lime juice
- 1 to 2 tablespoons maple syrup (natural), adjust to taste
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
- 1/2 teaspoon natural gelling agent
Instructions
- Mix Liquid Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine plant-based milk, fresh key lime juice, maple syrup (natural), and vanilla extract (natural). Whisk these together until well blended to create a harmonious flavor base.
- Add Chia Seeds and Natural Gelling Agent: Sprinkle chia seeds over the liquid mixture and gently stir in the natural gelling agent, ensuring there are no clumps and the seeds are evenly distributed.
- Chill and Set: Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least four hours or overnight. This resting time allows chia seeds to absorb the liquids, swell, and develop the signature pudding texture.
- Stir and Adjust: Once set, give the pudding a thorough stir to ensure even texture and flavor. Taste and adjust sweetness or lime juice as preferred.
- Serve and Enjoy: Dish out your Key Lime Chia Seed Pudding into serving glasses or bowls, then top with your choice of garnishes or fresh fruit. Enjoy immediately or keep chilled for later.
Notes
- Use freshly squeezed key lime juice for the best flavor.
- Allow at least four hours of chilling time for chia seeds to absorb fully.
- Stir the pudding once after the first hour to prevent clumping and ensure an even texture.
- Experiment with different natural sweeteners like agave syrup or coconut nectar (natural) if desired.
- Serve the pudding chilled to highlight its fresh, creamy texture and citrus brightness.
- Store leftovers in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- Freezing is possible but may slightly alter texture; freeze in portions for up to one month and thaw overnight in the refrigerator.
- If preferred warmer, let the pudding sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving; avoid microwaving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 pudding (approximately 125g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: key lime, chia seed pudding, plant-based dessert, dairy-free, gluten-free, healthy dessert, vegan pudding, citrus dessert
