Lemon Chia Parfait (Printable)

Lemon chia pudding layered with granola and raspberry compote for a bright, make-ahead breakfast or light dessert.

# Ingredient List:

→ 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 tablespoons lemon zest
05 - 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
06 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of salt

→ Raspberry compote

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

→ Layers & garnish

11 - 1 1/2 cups granola
12 - Fresh raspberries and additional lemon zest for garnish (optional)

# Steps:

01 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together almond milk, chia seeds, lemon juice, lemon zest, maple syrup, vanilla and a pinch of salt until uniformly combined. Let the mixture rest 15 minutes, then whisk again to break any clumps. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight until set and pudding-like.
02 - Combine raspberries, maple syrup and lemon juice in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, 5–7 minutes until berries have broken down and the mixture has thickened slightly. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature.
03 - Divide pudding among 4 glasses or jars, then layer with granola and raspberry compote, repeating layers as desired to fill each vessel.
04 - Top each serving with fresh raspberries and a scatter of lemon zest. Serve immediately for maximum granola crunch, or allow to rest 10–15 minutes for a softer texture.
05 - Store chilled pudding and compote in airtight containers for up to 3 days. Keep granola separate until serving to preserve texture.

# Tips from the Pros:

01 -
  • If you secretly wish breakfast tasted like dessert but still left you feeling virtuous, this is your answer.
  • I love that you can prep everything ahead—making busy mornings feel almost luxurious.
02 -
  • Skipping that 15-minute stir leads to unpleasant clumps, and nobody wants a chia surprise in the middle.
  • Letting the compote cool all the way is the difference between beautifully distinct layers and a runny mess.
03 -
  • Keeping a little extra almond milk on hand lets you adjust the pudding consistency to perfection.
  • Adding a splash of vanilla to the compote gives another layer of flavor that’s subtle but memorable.
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