Key Lime Chia Pudding (Printable)

A creamy, zesty blend of coconut milk, chia seeds, and fresh key lime juice. Naturally vegan and gluten-free, perfect for any time of day.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Pudding Base

01 - 2 cups unsweetened coconut milk (or other plant-based milk)
02 - 1/3 cup chia seeds
03 - 1/4 cup pure maple syrup (or agave nectar)
04 - Zest of 2 key limes (or 1 regular lime)
05 - 1/4 cup fresh key lime juice (or regular lime juice)
06 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of salt

→ Toppings (optional)

08 - Coconut whipped cream
09 - Extra lime zest
10 - Crushed graham crackers (gluten-free if needed)
11 - Fresh key lime slices

# How To Make It:

01 - In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, chia seeds, maple syrup, lime zest, lime juice, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
02 - Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes, then stir again to prevent the chia seeds from clumping together.
03 - Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until the pudding has thickened to a creamy consistency.
04 - Before serving, give the pudding a thorough stir. Spoon into serving glasses and garnish with coconut whipped cream, extra lime zest, crushed graham crackers, or fresh lime slices. Serve chilled.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It tastes like key lime pie filling but you can eat it for breakfast without a single ounce of guilt.
  • The chia seeds give it a satisfying tapioca like texture that somehow feels indulgent and wholesome at the same time.
02 -
  • Skipping the ten minute restir is the fastest way to end up with lumpy chia boulders floating in thin liquid, so set a timer and trust the process.
  • Blending the pudding smooth before chilling changes the entire experience into something closer to a mousse, which is worth trying at least once.
03 -
  • Use a jar with a tight lid instead of a bowl so you can shake it vigorously instead of whisking, which disperses the chia seeds more evenly.
  • Toast the graham crackers lightly in a dry pan before crushing them for a topping that actually tastes like a pie crust.

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