Description
A refreshing and healthy Raspberry Chia Dessert that combines fresh raspberry purée with chia seeds and almond milk. This no-cook pudding is naturally sweetened, rich in fiber, and perfect as a light breakfast or a nutritious snack. Customize with your favorite toppings like granola, nuts, or dark chocolate for added texture and flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
- 1 ½ cups unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 3 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey (optional, adjust to taste)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Optional Toppings
- Fresh raspberries
- Coconut flakes
- Granola
- Chopped nuts
- Dark chocolate shavings
Instructions
- Prepare Raspberry Purée: In a blender or food processor, blend the raspberries until smooth. If using frozen raspberries, thaw them first or blend directly from frozen if your blender allows.
- Strain (Optional): For a smoother, seedless purée, strain the blended raspberries through a fine-mesh sieve to remove seeds.
- Combine Ingredients: In a bowl or jar, mix together the raspberry purée, almond milk, chia seeds, maple syrup or honey if using, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir well to distribute the chia seeds evenly.
- Refrigerate: Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight until it reaches a thick, pudding-like consistency.
- Stir and Adjust Consistency: Before serving, stir the pudding. If it’s too thick, add a splash of almond milk and mix until you reach your desired texture.
- Serve: Spoon the pudding into bowls or jars and add your favorite toppings such as fresh raspberries, coconut flakes, granola, chopped nuts, or dark chocolate shavings.
Notes
- Using frozen raspberries is convenient year-round; just ensure they are properly blended or thawed.
- Maple syrup or honey is optional; adjust sweetness based on your preference.
- Chia seeds absorb liquid and thicken over time, so refrigerating is necessary to achieve pudding consistency.
- For a seedless texture, straining the raspberry purée is recommended but optional.
- This dessert can be prepared a day ahead, making it perfect for meal prep or quick breakfasts.
- Feel free to customize toppings to add crunch or extra flavor.
