Key Lime Chia Pudding (Print Page)

A refreshing, tangy, and creamy dessert featuring vibrant key lime flavor and the nutritional boost of chia seeds. Perfect for a healthy breakfast or a light dessert.

# What You Need:

→ Chia Pudding Base

01 - 2 cups unsweetened coconut milk or almond milk
02 - 6 tablespoons chia seeds
03 - 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup or agave syrup
04 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Key Lime Flavor

05 - Zest of 2 key limes
06 - 1/4 cup fresh key lime juice (about 4-5 key limes)

→ Garnishes

07 - 1/2 cup coconut yogurt
08 - 1 tablespoon crushed graham crackers (gluten-free if needed)
09 - Key lime slices or additional zest for garnish

# Directions:

01 - In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, chia seeds, maple syrup, vanilla extract, key lime zest, and fresh key lime juice until thoroughly combined and smooth.
02 - Allow the mixture to rest for 5 minutes, then whisk again vigorously to break up any chia seed clumps and ensure even distribution throughout the liquid.
03 - Cover the bowl tightly and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight, allowing the chia seeds to absorb the liquid and the pudding to thicken into a creamy, custard-like consistency.
04 - Remove from the refrigerator and stir the pudding well to loosen the texture. Spoon evenly into four individual serving glasses or bowls.
05 - Top each portion with a dollop of coconut yogurt, a sprinkle of crushed graham crackers, and extra lime zest or thin lime slices as desired. Serve chilled.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • No cooking required, just stir, chill, and wake up to dessert for breakfast.
  • The texture is like a creamy mousse crossed with tapioca, and it somehow tastes like key lime pie without the fuss of a crust or oven.
02 -
  • Skipping the second whisk is the number one reason chia pudding turns out lumpy, those seeds clump fast once they start hydrating.
  • Blending the entire mixture before chilling transforms the texture into something silky and mousse like, which some people actually prefer.
03 -
  • Roll each key lime firmly on the counter before juicing to release more liquid, you will be surprised how much extra juice you get.
  • Toast the graham cracker crumbs in a dry skillet for two minutes before sprinkling them on top, it doubles the flavor with almost no extra work.

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