No-Bake Lemon Chia Pudding with Fresh Berries

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A refreshing and healthy no-bake dessert featuring zesty lemon chia pudding topped with mixed fresh berries for a light finish. This American-inspired recipe (vegan, gluten free), ready in about 10 minutes, layers Chia seeds, Unsweetened almond milk, Maple syrup into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 140 calories and feeds 4, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Serves 4 American cuisine 140 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup chia seeds, 1 cup unsweetened almond milk, 2 tbsp maple syrup, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tsp lemon zest, and 1/2 tsp vanilla extract until fully combined.
  2. Step 2: Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes, then whisk again to prevent clumping.
  3. Step 3: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the pudding for at least 4 hours or overnight until it thickens to a creamy consistency.
  4. Step 4: Before serving, stir the pudding gently and divide it into 4 serving glasses.
  5. Step 5: Top each glass with 1/4 cup mixed fresh berries for a colorful and vitamin-packed garnish.

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