Description
Indulge in this refreshing and nutritious Raspberry Chia Dessert that is perfect for a guilt-free treat. This vegan and gluten-free dessert is packed with the goodness of raspberries and chia seeds, offering a deliciously satisfying experience.
Ingredients
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Raspberry Sauce:
- 2 cups fresh or frozen raspberries
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Chia Pudding:
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or other milk of choice)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
Optional Toppings:
- Extra raspberries
- Shredded coconut
- Dark chocolate shavings
Instructions
- Raspberry Sauce: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine raspberries, honey, and lemon juice. Cook for 3–4 minutes until raspberries break down into a sauce. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Chia Pudding: In a medium bowl, whisk together almond milk, vanilla extract, and chia seeds. Stir in the raspberry mixture until evenly combined.
- Divide mixture into 4 small jars or serving glasses. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until thickened.
- Serve chilled, topped with extra raspberries, shredded coconut, or dark chocolate shavings if desired.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, blend the raspberries before adding them to the chia mixture.
- This dessert can be made up to 3 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook / Refrigerated
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 35 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
