Orange Creamsicle Chia Pudding Recipe
This refreshing Orange Creamsicle Chia Pudding combines creamy coconut milk, zesty orange juice, and sweet maple syrup for a deliciously light and healthy treat. Chia seeds soak up the flavors overnight, resulting in a creamy, nutritious pudding topped with Greek yogurt, mandarin slices, orange zest, and coconut flakes, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- 1/4 cup light coconut milk
- 1.5 tsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 tbsp freshly squeezed orange juice
Toppings
- 1 tbsp Greek yogurt
- 3 tbsp mandarin orange slices
- Pinch of orange zest
- Pinch of coconut flakes
Instructions
- Extract Orange Juice: Squeeze the juice from 3 mandarin oranges to yield approximately 3 tablespoons of fresh juice. Alternatively, use 3 tablespoons of juice if substituting with regular oranges.
- Mix Ingredients: In a mason jar or any sealable container, combine the orange juice, light coconut milk, chia seeds, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir well to mix and let the mixture sit for 5 minutes to allow the chia seeds to begin absorbing liquid.
- Stir Again and Refrigerate: After 5 minutes, stir the pudding mixture again to break up any clumps of chia seeds ensuring a smooth consistency. Seal the container with a lid and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the pudding to thicken properly.
- Add Toppings: Once chilled and set, remove the pudding from the refrigerator. Add a spoonful of Greek yogurt on top, followed by a handful of peeled mandarin orange slices to enhance texture and flavor.
- Optional Garnish: For an extra burst of citrus aroma and texture, grate some orange zest from the remaining mandarin peel over the top and sprinkle with a pinch of coconut flakes. Serve immediately and enjoy your creamy, fruity chia pudding.
Notes
- This pudding can be prepared the night before to save time in the morning.
- Use light coconut milk to keep the dessert light and creamy without excess fat.
- Maple syrup can be substituted with honey or agave syrup if preferred.
- Adjust sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup according to taste.
- For a vegan version, use a plant-based yogurt alternative instead of Greek yogurt or omit the yogurt topping entirely.
- Ensure to stir the chia pudding well after 5 minutes to avoid clumping and achieve a smooth texture.
Keywords: chia pudding, orange creamsicle, healthy breakfast, coconut milk pudding, vegan dessert, no-cook pudding
