Description
This Key Lime Chia Seed Pudding is a zesty and creamy plant-based dessert packed with fresh lime flavor and nourishing chia seeds. It’s a versatile, refreshing treat perfect for breakfast, snack, or light dessert, combining the smoothness of plant-based milk with a natural gelling agent to achieve a perfect pudding texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Key Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 1/2 cups (plant-based) milk (such as almond, oat, or coconut milk)
- 1/4 cup fresh key lime juice
- 1 teaspoon key lime zest
- 2 tablespoons natural sweetener (agave or maple syrup)
- 1/2 teaspoon natural gelling agent
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, mix chia seeds, (plant-based) milk, fresh key lime juice, key lime zest, natural sweetener, vanilla extract (natural), and natural gelling agent. Stir thoroughly to ensure the chia seeds are well distributed and flavors blend evenly.
- Let It Rest: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. This allows the chia seeds to absorb the liquid and swell, creating the pudding’s characteristic thickness.
- Stir Again: After chilling, stir the pudding well to break up any clumps and achieve a smooth, creamy consistency ready to serve.
- Serve and Garnish: Spoon the pudding into serving glasses or bowls. Add garnishes such as extra lime zest, fresh berries, toasted nuts, or fresh mint leaves for a vibrant and appealing presentation.
Notes
- Use fresh key limes for the best authentic citrus flavor.
- Stir well initially and after chilling to prevent clumping of chia seeds.
- Adjust the sweetness level by modifying the amount of natural sweetener.
- For creamier results, choose full fat plant-based milk like coconut or almond milk.
- Prepare ahead as the pudding tastes great even after a couple of days stored in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: key lime pudding, chia seed pudding, plant-based dessert, vegan lime pudding, dairy-free dessert, healthy chia pudding