Description
A refreshing and light dessert that brings the flavors of key lime pie to a healthy chia pudding.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup chia seeds
- 2 cups unsweetened coconut milk (or almond milk)
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup or honey (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 3–4 key limes)
- 1 teaspoon lime zest (from key limes)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup crushed graham crackers (or gluten-free substitute)
- 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey (for crust)
- Coconut whipped cream (optional)
- Lime slices or lime zest (for garnish)
- Crushed graham crackers for topping
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, lime juice, lime zest, vanilla extract, and maple syrup until well combined. Gradually stir in the chia seeds. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes, then stir again to prevent the seeds from clumping. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- In a small bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers, melted coconut oil, and maple syrup. Mix until the crumbs resemble wet sand. Spoon into the bottom of serving jars, pressing down lightly to form a crust.
- Once the chia pudding has set, stir it and layer over the prepared crust. Top with coconut whipped cream, extra lime zest, and crushed graham crackers for added texture and flavor.
Notes
Optional variations include using yogurt for tanginess and swapping almond milk for coconut milk. For added flavor, mix in ground ginger or cardamom.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: key lime, chia pudding, healthy dessert, gluten-free, dairy-free