Lemon Chia Parfait (Print View)

Creamy lemon chia pudding layered with granola and raspberry compote for a bright, make-ahead breakfast.

# Components:

→ Lemon Chia Pudding

01 - 2 cups unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
02 - 1/3 cup chia seeds
03 - 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
04 - 2 tbsp lemon zest (from about 2 lemons)
05 - 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
06 - 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of salt

→ Raspberry Compote

08 - 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen raspberries
09 - 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey
10 - 1 tbsp lemon juice

→ Layers & Garnish

11 - 1 1/2 cups granola
12 - Fresh raspberries, for garnish (optional)
13 - Lemon zest, for garnish (optional)

# Directions:

01 - In a medium bowl, whisk together almond milk, chia seeds, lemon juice, lemon zest, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt.
02 - Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight) until thick and pudding-like, stirring once after the first 15 minutes to prevent clumping.
03 - Combine raspberries, maple syrup, and lemon juice in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the raspberries break down and the compote thickens. Let cool completely.
04 - Layer the lemon chia pudding, granola, and raspberry compote in 4 glasses or jars. Repeat layers as desired.
05 - Garnish with fresh raspberries and a sprinkle of lemon zest, if desired. Serve immediately for crunchier granola, or let sit for 10–15 minutes if you prefer it slightly softened.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Youll taste a burst of citrus and berry in every bite, and the layers look as gorgeous as they taste.
  • Its my secret weapon for a breakfast that doubles as dessert, and you can prep it ahead for easy mornings.
02 -
  • Chia seeds clump quickly, so if you forget to stir after 15 minutes your pudding might get lumpy.
  • Cooled raspberry compote layers neatly and wont melt the pudding, so waiting for it to chill is worth the patience.
03 -
  • Use a fork to break up any chia lumps after the first 15 minutes for a silky pudding.
  • Let the compote cool fully or even chill before layering for the cleanest stripes.
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