Description
Refreshing No-Bake Chia Pudding Bars with Zesty Coconut Lime Flavor are a delightful fusion of tropical taste and nutritious ingredients, perfect for busy families. These bars combine the creaminess of coconut milk with the zesty brightness of lime, creating a satisfying treat that’s both healthy and delicious. Ideal for lunch boxes, as a quick snack, or even a light dessert, you’ll love how simple they are to make and customize.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (13.5 oz / 400ml) full-fat coconut milk
- 1/2 cup / 80g chia seeds
- 1/4 cup / 60ml maple syrup or agave nectar
- Zest of 1 large lime
- Juice of 1/2 large lime (about 2 tbsp / 30ml)
- 1 teaspoon / 5ml vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup / 140g almonds or cashews (optional crust)
- 1/2 cup / 45g shredded unsweetened coconut (optional crust)
- 1/4 cup / 45g Medjool dates, pitted (optional crust)
- 1 tablespoon / 15ml melted coconut oil (optional crust)
- Pinch of salt (optional crust)
- Toasted coconut flakes (topping)
- Extra lime zest (topping)
Instructions
- Prepare the optional crust by blending almonds (or cashews), shredded coconut, pitted dates, melted coconut oil, and a pinch of salt in a food processor until clumpy. Press firmly into an 8×8 inch pan lined with parchment paper; chill.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together coconut milk, chia seeds, maple syrup/agave nectar, lime zest, lime juice, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth. Let sit for 5-10 minutes; whisk again.
- Pour the chia pudding mixture over the prepared crust or directly into the lined pan if making crustless bars. Spread evenly.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least four hours or overnight until firm.
- Once set, lift bars out using parchment paper overhang. Top with toasted coconut flakes and extra lime zest before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (45g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg