Enjoy guilt-free Coconut Lime Chia Pudding Bars, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert with a zesty coconut twist.
Coconut lime chia pudding bars are creamy, lightly tangy, and naturally satisfying. Moreover, they combine tropical coconut with fresh lime flavor. As a result, they make a refreshing snack or light dessert that feels both nourishing and indulgent.
🛒 Ingredients
- 1½ cups full-fat coconut milk
- ⅓ cup chia seeds
- 3 tbsp maple syrup or agave
- Zest of 1 lime
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Optional Base:
- ¾ cup crushed oats or digestive biscuits
- 2 tbsp melted coconut oil
👩🍳 Instructions
- First, line a square baking pan with parchment paper.
- Meanwhile, whisk coconut milk, maple syrup, lime zest, lime juice, vanilla, and salt in a bowl.
- Next, stir in chia seeds until evenly combined.
- Then, let the mixture rest for 10 minutes, stirring once more to prevent clumps.
- After that, pour the chia mixture into the prepared pan.
- Now, refrigerate for at least 4 hours until firm.
- Finally, slice into bars and serve chilled.
For the optional base, mix crushed oats with coconut oil, press into the pan, and chill before adding the chia layer.
✨ Tips for Perfect Chia Bars
- Firstly, use full-fat coconut milk for creaminess.
- Additionally, stir the mixture twice during the first 15 minutes.
- However, avoid excess lime juice, because it may overpower coconut.
- For clean cuts, wipe the knife between slices.
🔄 Variations
- Berry Coconut Bars: Add a strawberry or raspberry layer on top.
- Chocolate Lime: Drizzle dairy-free chocolate for contrast.
- Low Sugar: Reduce sweetener and rely on coconut flavor.
- Nutty Base: Replace oats with ground almonds.
💪 Health Benefits
Chia seeds are rich in fiber and omega-3 fatty acids. Moreover, coconut milk provides healthy fats. Consequently, these bars support energy and digestion.
- High in fiber
- Naturally dairy-free
- Supports heart health
- Made with simple ingredients
📊 Nutrition Facts (Per Bar – Approx.)
- Calories: 190 kcal
- Protein: 4 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fat: 13 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Sugar: 7 g
🧒 Kid-Friendly Version
Kids enjoy creamy textures. Therefore, reduce lime zest slightly. Additionally, cut bars into small squares. For extra fun, add a thin coconut yogurt topping.
