Chilled Cherry Vanilla Chia Cups Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Chill Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes

This Chilled Cherry Vanilla Chia Cups Recipe is a delightful and nutritious dessert option. Made with chia seeds, fresh cherries, and a hint of vanilla, these cups are not only visually appealing but also packed with health benefits.

Perfect for a refreshing treat, this Healthy Desserts Recipe is easy to prepare and can be made ahead of time, making it a great choice for meal prep or entertaining guests.

Refreshing Chia Seed Dessert

These chia cups feature a creamy vanilla chia pudding layered with sweet cherry compote. The recipe takes about 15 minutes to prepare and requires chilling time, making it a convenient and healthy dessert for any occasion.

Ingredients

1/2 cup chia seeds
2 cups almond milk or any milk of choice
1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups fresh cherries pitted and halved
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Prepare Chia Pudding: In a bowl, whisk together chia seeds, almond milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Let it sit for about 5 minutes, then stir again to prevent clumping.
Chill the Pudding: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight until it thickens to a pudding-like consistency.
Make Cherry Compote: In a small saucepan, combine the fresh cherries, lemon juice, and cornstarch (if using). Cook over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes until the cherries soften and release their juices.
Layer the Cups: Once the chia pudding is ready, spoon it into serving cups, layering with the cherry compote as desired.
Serve: Top with fresh mint leaves for garnish if desired. Enjoy chilled.