Christmas Ricotta Chia Pudding
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Chill Time: 1–2 hours
Serves: 1–2
Difficulty: Easy
⭐ Ingredients
- ½ cup smooth ricotta cheese
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- ¼ cup milk (dairy, almond, coconut, or oat)
- 1–2 tbsp honey or maple syrup (to taste)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Festive Toppings (optional but beautiful!)
- Pomegranate seeds
- Fresh orange zest
- Crushed pistachios
- Fresh berries
- Extra honey drizzle
- Mint leaves
🎄 Instructions
1. Make the Base
- In a bowl or jar, whisk together:
- ricotta
- milk
- honey
- vanilla
- cinnamon
- pinch of salt
- Mix until creamy and fully combined.
2. Add the Chia Seeds
Stir in the chia seeds until evenly distributed.
Let sit for 5 minutes, then stir again to prevent clumping.
3. Chill
Cover and refrigerate for 1–2 hours, or overnight for a thicker, creamier pudding.
4. Serve Festive-Style
Stir once more and spoon into a glass or bowl.
Top with pomegranate, pistachios, orange zest, or berries for a holiday pop of color.
💡 Tips & Variations
- Sweeter pudding: Increase honey to 2–3 tbsp.
- Extra creamy: Add 2 tbsp Greek yogurt or mascarpone.
- More holiday flavor: Add a dash of nutmeg or ginger.
- Layered version: Alternate pudding with cranberry compote for a red-and-white Christmas parfait.