Lemon Chia Seed Pudding Recipe
A refreshing and creamy Lemon Chia Seed Pudding made with full-fat coconut milk, fresh lemon juice, and natural sweeteners. This vibrant, dairy-free dessert is packed with chia seeds for a nutritious texture and can be personalized with various toppings for a perfect healthy treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
Pudding Base
- 1½ cups full-fat coconut milk (from a can, well stirred)
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup or honey (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt
- 1/16 teaspoon ground turmeric (optional, for natural yellow tone)
- 1–2 drops yellow gel food coloring (optional, for enhanced vibrancy)
Additional
- ½ cup chia seeds
Suggested Toppings
- Extra lemon zest curls
- Coconut flakes
- Fresh berries
- Whipped cream or coconut yogurt
Instructions
- Whisk the base together: In a mixing bowl or large jar, whisk the coconut milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract, sea salt, and turmeric (if using) until fully combined and smooth. If adding gel food coloring, whisk it in until evenly blended.
- Add the chia seeds: Stir in the chia seeds thoroughly to distribute them evenly. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes, then stir again to prevent clumping as the seeds begin to absorb the liquid.
- Chill to set: Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight. The pudding will thicken as the chia seeds expand and form a creamy, spoonable texture.
- Stir and serve: Give the chilled pudding a final stir to ensure even consistency. Spoon into serving jars or bowls and add your favorite toppings, such as lemon zest curls, coconut flakes, or fresh fruit.
Notes
- For best results, use full-fat coconut milk to achieve a rich and creamy texture.
- You can substitute maple syrup with honey or another liquid sweetener to taste.
- For a vibrant yellow color, add turmeric or yellow gel food coloring, but both are optional.
- Allow at least 3 hours or overnight to fully set for optimal pudding texture.
- This pudding keeps well covered in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Be sure to stir the mixture after the first 5 minutes to avoid chia seed clumping.
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