Strawberry Cheesecake Chia Pudding (Printable View)
Creamy layers of fresh strawberries and tangy cheesecake meet nutritious chia seeds in this wholesome treat.
# Ingredient List:
→ Chia Pudding Base
01 - 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
02 - 1/2 cup chia seeds
03 - 1/4 cup pure maple syrup or honey
04 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
05 - 1/4 tsp fine sea salt
→ Cheesecake Layer
06 - 4 oz cream cheese, softened
07 - 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
08 - 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey
09 - 1/2 tsp lemon zest
→ Strawberry Layer
10 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and diced
11 - 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
12 - 1 tsp lemon juice
→ Garnish
13 - Sliced strawberries
14 - Crushed graham crackers
15 - Fresh mint leaves
# How to Prepare:
01 - Whisk almond milk, chia seeds, maple syrup, vanilla, and sea salt in a medium bowl. Let stand 5 minutes, whisk again to break up clumps. Cover and refrigerate 4 hours or overnight until thickened.
02 - Beat cream cheese, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, and lemon zest in a separate bowl until smooth and creamy. Set aside at room temperature.
03 - Combine diced strawberries, maple syrup, and lemon juice in a small bowl. Mash lightly with fork to release juices while retaining some texture.
04 - Layer chilled chia pudding, cheesecake mixture, and strawberry compote in serving glasses or jars. Repeat layers until containers are filled, finishing with strawberry compote on top.
05 - Top with sliced strawberries, crushed graham crackers, and fresh mint leaves. Serve immediately or keep refrigerated until ready to enjoy.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- Tastes like dessert but secretly powers your morning with protein and omega 3s
- The make ahead nature means breakfast is ready before you even pour coffee
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- The chia pudding needs at least 4 hours to properly gel, otherwise youll have watery, clumpy disappointment
- Room temperature cream cheese blends much smoother than cold straight from the fridge
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- Use a fork to mash the strawberries instead of a blender so you maintain those satisfying berry chunks
- Let the cheesecake layer sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before assembling for easier spreading