Zesty Lemon and Vanilla Chia Pudding Cups
Fresh and zesty, this lemon and vanilla chia pudding is a quick and easy grab-n-go breakfast option which can be prepped ahead of time. It's also great as an afternoon snack or a light and healthy dessert.
Prep Time5 minutes mins
15 minutes mins
Total Time5 minutes mins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Sweet
Keyword: chia pudding, chia pudding almond milk, lemon chia pudding
Servings: 2 serves
Calories: 192kcal
Author: Whole Food Bellies
- 1 cup almond milk
- ½ cup yogurt of choice
- 4 tablespoon chia seeds
- zest of one medium sized lemon
- juice of one medium sized lemon
- 3 tablespoon pure maple syrup more if you like it on the sweeter side
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract or scraped vanilla beans if you are feeling fancy
- Homemade lemon curd chopped walnuts and unsweetened desiccated coconut for serving
In a large bowl, mix together the almond milk, yogurt, chia seeds, lemon zest and juice and the maple syrup and vanilla. Whisk well to combine, ensuring there are no large clumps
1 cup almond milk, ½ cup yogurt of choice, 4 tablespoon chia seeds, zest of one medium sized lemon, juice of one medium sized lemon, 3 tablespoon pure maple syrup, 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Transfer to serving dish of choice (stemless wine glasses or mason jars work well)
Pop into the fridge and allow to sit for at least 15 mins. The longer it sits, the thicker it will get
To serve, top with a large dollop of homemade lemon curd, a generous sprinkle of chopped walnuts and a pinch of coconut. Enjoy
Homemade lemon curd
Meal Prepping
Fridge: Make a big batch and store in containers with lids in the fridge for about 3 days.
To Freeze: Transfer to individual freezer-friendly containers and pop into the freezer for up to 3 months. Simply remove from the freezer the night before the pudding is needed, and allow to thaw overnight in the fridge.
Calories: 192kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 7g | Sodium: 168mg | Potassium: 140mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 18g | Calcium: 296mg | Iron: 1.4mg