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A close-up of a bowl of bright yellow Lemon Cream Chia Pudding, topped with yogurt and chia seeds.

Lemon Cream Chia Pudding

This recipe captures the bright, zesty flavor of fresh lemons in a creamy, nutritious dessert. It is simple to make and uses wholesome ingredients for a satisfying treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Gluten-Free
Calories: 260
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chia Pudding
  • 1/4 cup chia seeds
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk
  • 3/4 cup cottage cheese Use at least 2% for creaminess
  • 1 lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice Use fresh juice
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey Adjust amount based on desired sweetness
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch turmeric Optional, for color

Equipment

  • High-Speed Blender
  • Bowl

Method
 

  1. Add the coconut milk, cottage cheese, maple syrup, vanilla, lemon juice, lemon zest, and turmeric to a high speed blender. Blend until the mixture is smooth.
  2. Pour the lemon cream mixture into a bowl and add the chia seeds. Mix together until everything is well combined.
  3. Cover the bowl and place it in the refrigerator to set for a minimum of 2 hours, or preferably overnight.
  4. Serve the pudding with your preferred toppings.

Nutrition

Calories: 260kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 14gFat: 15gFiber: 7gSugar: 13g

Notes

Use at least 2% cottage cheese for a creamier texture. Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor; avoid bottled juice. Add a pinch of turmeric for a yellow color. Adjust sweetener based on the tartness of your lemon. Top with yogurt and crushed graham crackers for a texture similar to cheesecake. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days.

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