Chia Pudding Bars (Print-Friendly Version)

Smooth chia bars made with coconut milk and lime zest for a tasty island-inspired treat or snack.

# Ingredients List:

→ Chia Pudding Mix

01 - 1 can (400 ml) creamy coconut milk
02 - Half a cup (85 g) chia seeds
03 - Quarter cup (60 ml) maple syrup or agave
04 - Zest from one big lime
05 - Juice squeezed from half a large lime
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla
07 - A pinch of salt

→ Crust (optional)

08 - About 3.5 ounces (100 g) almonds or cashews
09 - Half cup (45 g) shredded unsweetened coconut
10 - A quarter cup (60 g) pitted Medjool dates
11 - 1 tablespoon (15 ml) melted coconut oil
12 - Small pinch of salt

→ Toppers

13 - Toasted coconut flakes
14 - Extra lime zest for sprinkling

# Detailed Cooking Steps:

01 - Throw the nuts, shredded coconut, dates, melted coconut oil, and salt into a food processor. Pulse until it sticks together when you press it. Press the mix down firmly into an 8x8 inch pan lined with parchment. Pop it in the fridge while you get the filling ready.
02 - In a bowl, mix coconut milk, chia seeds, maple or agave syrup, lime zest, lime juice, vanilla, and salt until it's smooth and no lumps remain.
03 - Leave the mix alone for 5 to 10 minutes, then give it another good stir to break up any clumps and make sure everything’s mixed well.
04 - Pour the chia mix over your crust or directly into the parchment-lined pan if you skipped the crust. Use a spatula to spread it out evenly.
05 - Cover it up and stick it in the fridge for at least 4 hours, but overnight works best so it’s fully set and firm.
06 - Lift the pudding block out using the parchment edges. Sprinkle on toasted coconut flakes and some extra lime zest. Cut it up into bars or squares with a sharp knife.
07 - Keep the bars covered in the fridge, and they'll stay fresh for up to 4 or 5 days.

# Helpful Hints:

01 - For a creamier feel, blend the chia pudding after mixing and before chilling.
02 - Sweetness can be changed by adding more or less maple syrup or agave.
03 - Swap the nuts in the crust with your favorites if you like.

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