Why You’ll Love This Recipe
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Simple Ingredients: Made with fresh raspberries, chia seeds, almond milk, and a touch of sweetness.
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No-Bake: Requires minimal preparation—just mix and refrigerate.
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Customizable: Add your favorite toppings or mix-ins to suit your taste.
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Healthy: Packed with fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, and antioxidants.
Ingredients
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1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
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1 ½ cups unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
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3 tablespoons chia seeds
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1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey (optional, adjust to taste)
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract
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Pinch of salt
Optional Toppings:
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Fresh raspberries
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Coconut flakes
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Granola
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Chopped nuts
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Dark chocolate shavings
Instructions
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Prepare Raspberry Purée:
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In a blender or food processor, blend the raspberries until smooth. If using frozen raspberries, thaw them first or blend directly from frozen if your blender allows.
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Optional: For a seedless purée, strain the blended raspberries through a fine-mesh sieve.
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Combine Ingredients:
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In a bowl or jar, mix together the raspberry purée, almond milk, chia seeds, maple syrup or honey (if using), vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir well to ensure the chia seeds are evenly distributed.
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Refrigerate:
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Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight, until it thickens to a pudding-like consistency.
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Serve:
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Before serving, stir the pudding. If it’s too thick, add a splash of almond milk and mix to reach your desired consistency.
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Spoon into bowls or jars and top with your chosen toppings.
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Tips
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Sweetness Level: Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup or honey according to your preference.
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Milk Alternatives: Feel free to use any milk you prefer, such as coconut, soy, or oat milk.
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Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion
This Raspberry Chia Dessert offers a delightful blend of flavors and textures, making it a versatile addition to your recipe collection. Whether enjoyed as a healthy breakfast, a satisfying snack, or a light dessert, it’s sure to become a favorite. With its simple preparation and customizable options, you can easily tailor it to your taste and dietary preferences.
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Raspberry Chia Dessert
- Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 2-4 servings
- Diet: Vegan
Description
Raspberry Chia Dessert is a healthy and refreshing no-bake treat made with fresh raspberries, chia seeds, and almond milk. Packed with fiber, antioxidants, and omega-3s, this dessert is easy to prepare and customizable. Perfect as a nutritious dessert, snack, or even breakfast!
Ingredients
1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
1 ½ cups unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
3 tablespoons chia seeds
1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey (optional, adjust to taste)
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Optional Toppings:
Fresh raspberries
Coconut flakes
Granola
Chopped nuts
Dark chocolate shavings
Instructions
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Prepare Raspberry Purée:
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In a blender or food processor, blend the raspberries until smooth. If using frozen raspberries, thaw them first or blend directly from frozen if your blender allows.
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Optional: For a seedless purée, strain the blended raspberries through a fine-mesh sieve.
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Combine Ingredients:
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In a bowl or jar, mix together the raspberry purée, almond milk, chia seeds, maple syrup or honey (if using), vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir well to ensure the chia seeds are evenly distributed.
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Refrigerate:
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Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight, until it thickens to a pudding-like consistency.
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Serve:
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Before serving, stir the pudding. If it’s too thick, add a splash of almond milk and mix to reach your desired consistency.
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Spoon into bowls or jars and top with your chosen toppings.
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Notes
Sweetness Level: Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup or honey according to your preference.
Milk Alternatives: Feel free to use any milk you prefer, such as coconut, soy, or oat milk.
Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert / Snack / Breakfast
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Healthy / Vegan
