Tired of store-bought desserts and want something unique? Meet your new favorite!
This raspberry and lemon chia pudding is customizable and versatile — you can enjoy it as your main breakfast or even dessert! Depending on what you mix in, chia pudding can be light and refreshing or sweet and decadent.
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For this recipe, we focus on brighter flavors with fresh lemon and raspberries. If you’re in the mood for a treat that reminds you of spring or summer, this is the one for you!
Chia pudding is so easy to make: it only takes 5 minutes of hands-on time!
Looking for similar breakfast recipes? Check out our chocolate porridge, breakfast parfait, or overnight zoats.
Recipe highlights
- Ready in 20 minutes
- Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a snack
- Nutrient-dense and satiating
- Simple ingredients
- Beginner-friendly
- Great for meal prep
You can make this lemon chia pudding in no time, so let’s get started! Eat right away or store for later (and add extra toppings of your choice, too). All you need is a mixing and serving bowl!
Ingredients needed
- Chia seeds — the star of the show. A healthy, filling base for the pudding.
- Lemon juice and zest — adds that refreshing bite.
- Coconut and soy milk — liquid to combine with the chia seeds. Creates a gel-like consistency. Coconut milk makes this pudding extra creamy! Feel free to swap out the soy milk with your nondairy milk of choice.
- Vanilla and agave syrup — staple ingredients to add sweetness and flavor.
- Turmeric — optional ingredient to create a vibrant color.
- Whipped cream — your favorite vegan whipped cream. Find our easy homemade recipe below!
- Raspberries, lemon slices, lemon zest — sweet and tart toppings to tie the pudding together.
How to make vegan chia pudding
- Mix chia seeds, lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla, agave, turmeric (optional) together. Add 4-5 tablespoons of coconut milk.
- Slowly pour the rest of the coconut milk and the soy milk, mixing continuously.
- Set aside for 15 minutes until all the liquid is absorbed. This rest time is what creates the pudding consistency.
- Divide into serving glasses or bowls.
- Top with whipped cream, and garnish with fruits and lemon zest.
- Serve straight away and enjoy!
Storage and serving
This lemon chia pudding can be served right away or made ahead of time. It’s a great overnight recipe!
Simply store the chia pudding in an airtight jar or container for up to 4 days. When you’re ready to eat, add your toppings and enjoy.
The longer the pudding is in the fridge, the more it can thicken. Just add more milk and mix if you need to!
Enjoy this raspberry lemon chia pudding alongside a cold drink such as an iced golden turmeric latte or a refreshing smoothie!
FAQs & tips
Chia pudding toppings
- Fresh berries
- Whipped cream
- Nuts (sliced almonds, pecans, and walnuts)
- Nut butter
- Shredded coconut
- Dried fruit
- Hemp seeds
- Date caramel
Is chia pudding healthy?
Yes, chia pudding is quite nutritious! It contains omega-3 fatty acids, protein, fiber, magnesium, and potassium. Also, chia pudding is filling and low-calorie.
How to use chia seeds
Besides making our lemon chia pudding, chia seeds can be added to oatmeal, smoothies, and granola. They have a very mild, almost non-existent, flavor — so you can have a nutrition boost without changing the taste of your meal!
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Ingredients
Chia Pudding
- ½ cup chia seeds 80 g
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 cup coconut milk 250 ml
- ½ cup soy milk 120 ml
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp agave syrup
- ½ tsp turmeric color (optional)
Toppings
- 1 cup fresh raspberries 120 g
- ½ lemon cut into thin slices
- ½ tsp lemon zest
- 4 tbsp vegan whipped cream
Instructions
- To a large bowl, add chia seeds, lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla, agave, turmeric, and 4-5 tablespoons of coconut milk. Slowly pour the rest of the coconut milk and the soy milk, mixing continuously.
- Set aside for 15 minutes until all the liquid is absorbed.
- Divide into serving glasses or bowls, top with whipped cream, and garnish with fruits and lemon zest.
- Serve straight away.
Notes
- Use your favorite toppings when making your own chia pudding!
- Any plant-based milk works for this recipe.
- The chia pudding keeps well in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Chia pudding is a delicious, creamy treat that’s perfect for breakfast or a snack. It’s simple to make and full of protein and omega-3s!