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Lemon Cream Chia Pudding

Lemon Cream Chia Pudding for a Refreshing Vegan Delight

Lemon Cream Chia Pudding is a quick and delicious vegan dessert that delights with its creamy texture and gut-friendly ingredients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chia Pudding Layer
  • 1/4 cup chia seeds
  • 1 cup oat milk substitute with almond or soy milk if desired
  • 1 whole lemon zest use zest from one lemon for best results
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup can substitute with agave syrup or honey
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract use pure extract for a more robust taste
  • pinch sea salt just a pinch to enhance overall flavor
Lemon Cream Layer
  • 1/2 cup raw cashews needs soaking for smoothness; soak for one hour in hot water, then drain
  • 1 whole lemon juice use fresh lemon juice for optimal flavor
  • pinch turmeric use sparingly
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon extract to enhance lemon flavor in the cream

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • high-speed blender
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together chia seeds, oat milk, lemon zest, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt. Let it sit for 5 minutes and refrigerate for 3 hours or overnight.
  2. Soak raw cashews in hot water for 1 hour to soften, then drain.
  3. Blend soaked cashews with oat milk, maple syrup, lemon juice, turmeric, and lemon extract until smooth.
  4. Divide chia pudding into jars, pressing it down to create an even layer.
  5. Pour lemon cream mixture over chia pudding in each jar.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours to set.
  7. Garnish with fresh fruit if desired before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 6gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Stir chia pudding every 15 minutes while setting to prevent clumping. Use a high-speed blender for ultra-smooth cream. Adjust sweetness to taste with maple syrup. Store in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.

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