Description
This Lemon Chia Pudding tastes like a lemon cheesecake for a delicious and healthy treat!
Ingredients
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Chia pudding
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 3/4 cup cottage cheese
- zest of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1-2 tbsp maple syrup or honey(depending on how sweet you want it)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- pinch of turmeric (optional, for colour)
Instructions
- Add the coconut milk, cottage cheese, maple syrup, vanilla, lemon juice, lemon zest and turmeric to a high speed blender and blend until smooth.
- Add the lemon cream to a bowl with the chia seeds and mix together until well combined.
- Cover and place in the fridge to set for at least 2 hours, or ideally overnight.
- Serve with your favourite toppings!
Notes
- Use at least 2% cottage cheese for an extra creamy texture.
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavour-no bottled!
- Add a pinch of turmeric for a vibrant yellow colour.
- Sweeten to taste, depending on the tartness of your lemon.
- Top with yogurt and crushed graham crackers for a cheesecake vibe.
- Store in the fridge up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 of the recipe
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 13g
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 14g
