Lemon Chia Pudding Recipe
A refreshing and nutritious Lemon Chia Pudding made with creamy coconut milk, tangy lemon juice, and protein-packed cottage cheese, naturally sweetened with maple syrup or honey. This no-cook, easy-to-make pudding is perfect for a healthy breakfast or light dessert and is enhanced with chia seeds for added texture and omega-3 benefits.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Low Lactose
Ingredients
Chia Pudding Base
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 3/4 cup cottage cheese
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1-2 tbsp maple syrup or honey (depending on desired sweetness)
- 1 tsp vanilla paste
- Pinch of turmeric (optional, for colour)
Instructions
- Blend the cream mixture: Add the coconut milk, cottage cheese, maple syrup or honey, vanilla paste, lemon juice, lemon zest, and optional turmeric to a high-speed blender. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
- Combine with chia seeds: Pour the lemon cream mixture into a bowl containing the chia seeds. Stir thoroughly to ensure the chia seeds are evenly distributed and begin to absorb the liquid.
- Chill and set: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the mixture for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight. This allows the chia seeds to swell and the pudding to thicken to a creamy consistency.
- Serve and enjoy: Once set, serve the lemon chia pudding with your favourite toppings such as fresh fruit, nuts, or granola for added texture and flavor.
Notes
- Maple syrup or honey can be adjusted based on your preferred sweetness level.
- The pinch of turmeric is optional and used solely for a subtle color enhancement without altering flavor.
- Overnight chilling improves texture and flavor melding of the pudding.
- Use full-fat coconut milk and fresh cottage cheese for the creamiest and richest pudding.
- This pudding is a great source of protein, fiber, and healthy fats thanks to cottage cheese and chia seeds.
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