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Lemon Cream Chia Pudding

Lemon Cream Chia Pudding for a Refreshing Vegan Treat

Lemon Cream Chia Pudding is a refreshing vegan dessert that's simple to prepare and guilt-free.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Chia Pudding Base
  • ½ cup Chia Seeds
  • 2 cups Oat Milk can substitute with other plant milks
  • Zest of 1 Lemon Zest
  • 3 tablespoons Maple Syrup
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • a pinch Sea Salt
For the Lemon Cream Layer
  • ½ cup Raw Cashews soaked
  • Juice of 1 Lemon Juice
  • a pinch Turmeric for color
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Extract

Equipment

  • Medium Bowl
  • Blender
  • Serving jars or bowls

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together ½ cup of chia seeds, 2 cups of oat milk, the zest of 1 lemon, 3 tablespoons of maple syrup, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt. Let sit for 15 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes until thickened.
  2. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight to fully set.
  3. Soak ½ cup of raw cashews in hot water for about 1 hour and then drain.
  4. In a blender, combine soaked cashews, ½ cup of oat milk, 2 tablespoons of maple syrup, juice of 1 lemon, a pinch of turmeric, and 1 teaspoon of lemon extract. Blend until smooth.
  5. Take the chilled chia pudding out and spoon equal portions into serving jars.
  6. Layer the lemon cream mixture on top of the chia pudding and gently spread it out.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for an additional 3 hours to allow flavors to meld.
  8. Top with fresh fruits before serving and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 130mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 8gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 30IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Stir the chia mixture regularly and ensure cashews are blended until ultra-smooth. Chill to enhance flavor.

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