Description
A refreshing and nutritious Lemon Chia Pudding combining creamy coconut milk, smooth cottage cheese, and zesty lemon for a bright, tangy flavor. Sweetened naturally with maple syrup or honey, this pudding is thickened with chia seeds and gently tinted with turmeric for an inviting color. Perfect for a quick, healthy dessert or breakfast that requires minimal prep and sets overnight in the fridge.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 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 sweetness preference)
- 1 tsp vanilla paste
- Pinch of turmeric (optional, for color)
Instructions
- Blend the lemon cream mixture: Add coconut milk, cottage cheese, maple syrup or honey, vanilla paste, lemon juice, lemon zest, and a pinch of turmeric into a high-speed blender. Blend thoroughly until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
- Combine with chia seeds: Pour the blended lemon cream into a bowl containing chia seeds. Stir well to ensure the chia seeds are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Set in refrigerator: Cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and place it in the fridge. Let the pudding set for at least 2 hours, though overnight is ideal for the best texture and flavor development.
- Serve with toppings: Once set, serve the lemon chia pudding chilled, topped with your favorite fruits, nuts, or granola for added texture and taste.
Notes
- Use full-fat coconut milk for creamier texture.
- Adjust sweetness to taste by adding more or less maple syrup or honey.
- Turmeric is optional but adds a beautiful golden hue and slight earthiness.
- Overnight setting improves the pudding consistency.
- This pudding can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
