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A glass jar of lemon curd chia pudding with a bright yellow-green hue and visible chia seeds, with a vintage spoon lifting a dripping spoonful above the jar, on a rustic stone surface.

Lemon Curd Chia Pudding

A bright, refreshing Lemon Curd Chia Pudding featuring nutrient-dense chia seeds suspended in a creamy, vibrant mixture of coconut milk and sweet-tart lemon curd. The perfect healthy breakfast or light lunch.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 12 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup chia seeds Ensure they are fresh for maximum absorption
  • ⅓ cup lemon curd Store-bought or homemade
  • 1 ½ cups coconut milk Full fat or light, based on preference
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup Optional, adjust to desired sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For bakery aroma

Equipment

  • 1 Medium mixing bowl For blending the base smoothly
  • 1 Whisk Essential for breaking up chia seed clumps
  • 2 Glass serving cups For portioning and storage

Method
 

  1. Whisk the coconut milk, lemon curd, maple syrup, and vanilla extract in a medium bowl until the liquid is completely smooth and vibrant yellow.
  2. Pour the chia seeds directly into the lemon mixture and whisk thoroughly for two minutes to distribute them evenly.
  3. Let the bowl sit undisturbed on the counter for ten minutes to allow the seeds to begin their initial swelling.
  4. Whisk the mixture aggressively a second time to break up any heavy clumps of seeds that have formed at the bottom.
  5. Pour the speckled, yellow pudding evenly into individual glass serving cups or small mason jars.
  6. Seal the cups tightly and refrigerate overnight so the pudding thickens completely into a creamy, spoonable texture.
  7. Remove the chilled jars from the fridge in the morning, give them a quick stir, and serve immediately while cold.

Notes

Whisk the chia seeds into the liquid, wait exactly ten minutes, and whisk aggressively a second time before chilling; this crucial step prevents the seeds from clumping at the bottom of the jar.