Honey Lemon Chia Pudding
Honey Lemon Chia Pudding
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup chia seeds
- 2 cups milk, dairy or non-dairy
- 1/4 cup honey, or maple syrup for vegan
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest, from 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch of salt
For Garnish (Optional)
- 1 cup fresh berries
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
- 1/2 teaspoon extra lemon zest
Instructions
- 1
In a medium bowl or a large jar with a lid, combine the chia seeds, milk, honey (or maple syrup), lemon zest, fresh lemon juice, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Whisk or stir well to ensure there are no clumps of chia seeds.
⏱️ 3 min
- 2
Continue to stir or whisk for another minute to ensure the chia seeds are evenly distributed and not settling at the bottom. This helps prevent clumping.
⏱️ 1 min
- 3
Cover the bowl or jar and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, until the pudding has thickened to your desired consistency. The longer it sits, the thicker it will become.
⏱️ 240 min
- 4
Before serving, give the chia pudding a good stir. If it's too thick, you can add a splash more milk to reach your preferred consistency. Taste and adjust sweetness or lemon flavor if desired.
⏱️ 3 min
- 5
Divide the chia pudding into four serving dishes or glasses. Garnish with fresh berries, toasted sliced almonds, and a sprinkle of extra lemon zest, if using.
⏱️ 3 min
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Honey Lemon Chia Pudding
- 1/2 cup chia seeds
- 2 cups milk, dairy or non-dairy
- 1/4 cup honey, or maple syrup for vegan
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest, from 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch of salt
For Garnish (Optional)
- 1 cup fresh berries
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
- 1/2 teaspoon extra lemon zest
Instructions
- 1
In a medium bowl or a large jar with a lid, combine the chia seeds, milk, honey (or maple syrup), lemon zest, fresh lemon juice, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Whisk or stir well to ensure there are no clumps of chia seeds.
⏱️ 3 min - 2
Continue to stir or whisk for another minute to ensure the chia seeds are evenly distributed and not settling at the bottom. This helps prevent clumping.
⏱️ 1 min - 3
Cover the bowl or jar and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, until the pudding has thickened to your desired consistency. The longer it sits, the thicker it will become.
⏱️ 240 min - 4
Before serving, give the chia pudding a good stir. If it's too thick, you can add a splash more milk to reach your preferred consistency. Taste and adjust sweetness or lemon flavor if desired.
⏱️ 3 min - 5
Divide the chia pudding into four serving dishes or glasses. Garnish with fresh berries, toasted sliced almonds, and a sprinkle of extra lemon zest, if using.
⏱️ 3 min