Homemade Key Lime Chia Pudding Recipe (Sweet and Creamy!)

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This delicious key lime chia pudding will have you thinking you’re having dessert for breakfast. It’s sweet, tangy, and oh-so-creamy, it’ll transport you to the golden days of summer.

Using five simple ingredients, this recipe makes a healthier version of a well-loved classic dessert. There’s minimal prep time if you can remember to leave a combination of chia seeds, coconut milk, and lime juice to sit and soak overnight. 

It’s good enough to have for breakfast, which is how my family enjoys it, but would also make a light, refreshing dessert on warm days, or an afternoon snack, or dinner… no judgment! This pudding can also be packed in a container and perfect for enjoying on the go.

Go ahead and make this recipe today. And if you love chia pudding, you can also try these other keto chia pudding recipes.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Key lime chia pudding is so fresh and tart, it reminds me of vacation. But even if you can’t travel to a tropical island, it’s the perfect getaway dessert you can whip up anytime you’re craving something sweet. Here’s why:

• Simple ingredients
• Minimal cleanup
• Family-friendly and kid-approved: Sweet and creamy, with a unique texture that makes quite the sensory experience for the little ones.
• Amazing flavors: Citrusy and tangy with a hint of sweetness.
• Basic kitchen equipment: Uses a blender, a mixing bowl, a whisk or spoon for stirring, and jars for storing the pudding.
• Easy-to-follow directions

For a spicy treat that’s sure to tantalize adult palates, try this delicious sweet and spicy chai latte chia pudding.

How to Make No-Bake Key Lime Chia Pudding

A spoonful of key lime chia pudding tastes just like a traditional key lime pie but is easier to make, and you don’t have to commit to having an entire pie in your fridge. With a little forethought to prepare the chia seeds the night before, you can head to bed and wake up to a special surprise that’s ready for the taking. 

Scroll to the bottom of this post for a printable recipe card with a full list of ingredients, measurements, and step-by-step instructions to make this guilt-free key lime chia pudding recipe.

Ingredients You Need

The key players for this key lime chia pudding recipe are pretty much the same combination of ingredients as a traditional key lime pie, but with adjusted ratios and chia seed. Make sure to prepare the following:

• Chia seed
• Coconut milk
• Avocado
• Sweetener: Use the best one for your diet, maple, honey, and keto sweeteners all work.
• Key limes: key limes are best, but if they’re not in season or you can’t get your hand on some, regular fresh limes work just as well.
• Vanilla extract
• Whipped cream and graham crackers for the optional topping. Use a low-carb graham cracker for keto.

Step-By-Step Instructions

You only need 5 minutes to prepare all the ingredients for this key lime chia pudding. 8 hours is the total time for the chia seed to chill, which is the only hard part about the recipe, but even that is a totally hands-off process on your part. Here’s how to do it:

• Blend ingredients. In a blender, mix limes, coconut milk, salt, and sweetener. Pour thickened chia seed into a jar and mix with the blended ingredients.
• Soak and chill. Once thoroughly combined, let the chia mixture soak in the fridge for at least 4 more hours or overnight. Chill and serve.

Want to put a more classic twist on chia pudding? Try this basic chia pudding recipe for chocolate or vanilla flavor.

Variations

One of the fun parts of making this pudding is playing around with all kinds of different flavors and ingredients. Here are some ideas to try:

• Use either or a combination of both key limes and regular limes. I’ve tried both and didn’t find a huge difference in flavor.
• If you don’t have coconut milk, substitute it with almond or dairy milk.
• Omit the coconut milk entirely and swap with Greek yogurt or raw milk yogurt.
• Add a dollop of coconut whipped cream for a more tropical taste.
• Experiment with fruits by blending berries or mango with the coconut milk before mixing with chia seeds.
• Mix in a tablespoon of granola if you don’t have graham crackers.
• Finish off with extra lime zest or shredded coconut for additional flavor.

Expert Tips

• Quick serving. For a quick version of this chia seed pudding recipe, let your chia mixture sit for a minimum of 10 to 15 minutes before serving, though the seeds will absorb the liquid and have a better pudding-like consistency if you let them soak for at least 2 hours.  
• Mixing. Stir the pudding occasionally while it’s setting to prevent chia seed clumps from forming.
• Make ahead: I love prepping a big batch for breakfast or meal prep on a leisurely weekend so I can have it ready for the busy week ahead. 
• Serving: You can also serve it in small cups or glasses as a light and indulgent treat at special events like summer barbecues, potlucks, dinner parties, or any festive gathering.

How to Store This Recipe

Key lime chia pudding is best served cold, so all you need to do is grab a serving from the refrigerator, add some of your favorite toppings, and enjoy. But if you have leftovers, simply transfer into an airtight container and store in the fridge. Your pudding can last for up to a week if you’re using coconut milk or almond milk, but it tastes best if enjoyed within 3 to 4 days. 

If separation occurs, simply give your pudding a good stir to redistribute the ingredients. Before serving, you can add lime slices or other toppings.

More Breakfast Recipes to Try

• Greek Omelette with Feta Cheese
• Avocado smoothie
• Coconut flour bread
• Breakfast bone broth latte
• Blueberry avocado smoothie

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