Blueberry Lemon Chia Seed Pudding
Blueberry lemon chia seed pudding is a refreshing and healthy make-ahead recipe that can be enjoyed as a light breakfast, tasty dessert or wholesome snack.
About Blueberry Lemon Chia Pudding
If you like chia pudding, then you’ll enjoy this lemon blueberry chia pudding recipe. Like these other chia pudding recipes: (vanilla, strawberry lime and mango chia), this recipe is made with the goodness of coconut milk, vanilla extract and flavorful fruit.
What You’ll Like About Blueberry Lemon Chia Seed Pudding
Easy to Make: Even people that don’t like to cook can make this recipe
Just A Few Ingredients: The simplicity of this recipe is what makes it stands out
Can Be Made Ahead: Whether you’re meal planning or just looking for a healthy way to curb that sweet tooth, this is a recipe that you’ll want to try.
What Make This Recipe Healthy
Blueberry lemon chia seed pudding is considered a healthy and filling breakfast, although it can be enjoyed as a snack or dessert. The main star of this recipe, chia seeds, are mighty nutrient powerhouses. Namely, they’re full of fiber, omega 3 fatty acids and are packed with important nutrients like manganese, phosphorus and calcium.
Simple Ingredients
- coconut milk
- blueberries
- chia seeds
- vanilla extract
- lemon zest
- maple syrup or other sweetener of your choice
- lemon juice
Equipment to Make Lemon Chia Seed Pudding
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Tips and Tricks
- This recipe is perfect to make ahead. Do this by making the chia seed pudding the night before and putting it in the glass container of your choice. You can also make the blueberry compote ahead of time and store it in a individual jars until you’re ready to assemble. In the morning, layer the chia pudding over the blueberry compote and enjoy!
- Can also be made into a chia seed breakfast bowl to accommodate more toppings like coconut flakes, sprouted nuts and seeds.
- Warm compote until it slightly thickens. It doesn’t need to be smooth.
Serving Suggestions for a Quick Breakfast
For Breakfast: I recommend serving this chia pudding with a few boiled eggs for a nutritious breakfast.
For a Healthy Dessert: Serve the blueberry lemon chia pudding with your fresh fruit, your favorite toppings and a drizzle of cinnamon honey for a satisfying dessert.
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Blueberry Lemon Chia Seed Pudding
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups coconut milk (unsweetened)
- 7 tbsp chia seeds
- 4 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Blueberry Compote
- 3/4 cup blueberries
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine coconut milk, vanilla extract and maple syrup.
- Add the lemon juice and zest and whisk until smooth.
- Stir in the chia seeds.
- Set aside for 10 minutes to thicken slightly.
- In a saucepan, combine the blueberries and 2 tbsp maple syrup. Cook over medium heat, stirring intermittently until the blueberries burst and the mixture thickens slightly.
- Once the mixture has started to thicken, give it another whisk and distribute into serving jars or bowls. Leave a little space on top of the container.
- Pour a layer of blueberry compote on top of the chia pudding. If you'd like more defined layers, store the compote separately and only layer when ready to serve as the compote will seep into the chia the more it sits.
- Cover and place in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Serve with fresh fruit, coconut flakes or extra lemon wedges.
Notes
- This recipe is perfect to make ahead. Do this by making the chia seed pudding the night before and putting it in the glass container of your choice. You can also make the blueberry compote ahead of time and store it in a individual jars until you’re ready to assemble. In the morning, layer the chia pudding over the blueberry compote and enjoy!
- Can also be made into a chia seed breakfast bowl to accommodate more toppings like coconut flakes, sprouted nuts and seeds.
- Warm compote until it slightly thickens. It doesn’t need to be smooth.
