Description
This Raspberry Chia Dessert is a healthy and delicious treat that is perfect for a light and refreshing dessert option. Made with fresh raspberries, chia seeds, and almond milk, this vegan and gluten-free dessert is easy to prepare and full of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Fresh Raspberry Mixture:
- 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen raspberries (thawed if frozen)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Chia Pudding Base:
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1/2 cup chia seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
Garnish:
- Fresh raspberries and mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Raspberry Mixture: In a blender or food processor, combine the raspberries, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth.
- Mix Chia Pudding: Pour the raspberry mixture into a medium bowl and stir in the almond milk. Add the chia seeds and lemon zest if using, and stir well to combine.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight, stirring once after the first 30 minutes to prevent clumping.
- Serve: Once set, stir again and divide into serving glasses or bowls. Garnish with fresh raspberries and mint leaves if desired. Serve chilled.
Notes
- This dessert can also be layered with granola or coconut whipped cream for a parfait-style treat.
- For a smoother texture, blend the mixture again after chilling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 40 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
