Keto Chia Pudding Bars
STATS:
No of calories: 180 kcal
Time for preparation: Ten minutes.
Portion size: 1 bar
Time for cooking: Nil
Cuisine: American
Total time: Two hours, ten minutes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Diet: Dairy-free, Keto, Gluten-free
Portion: 9 bars
EQUIPMENT:
Dish
Parchment paper
Whisk
Baking dish
Knife
INGREDIENTS:
1 cup keto coconut milk
½ cup chia seeds
¼ cup keto coconut shreds
2 tbsp. lime juice
1 tbsp. lime zest
3 tbsp. keto-friendly sweetener
1 tsp. vanilla extract
Salt
INGREDIENT NOTES:
KETO COCONUT MILK:
Keto coconut milk provides a thick, creamy base, and it is low in carbs as well. Whole milk will help the bars keep their shape and taste decadent.
CHIA SEEDS:
When we soak the chia seeds, they swell and take on the consistency of thick pudding. They help you feel satiated for longer as they contains proteins, fats, & fatty acids. Their subtle flavor highlights the coconut and lime.
KETO COCONUT SHREDS:
Unsweetened coconut shreds add gentle chewiness and a tropical taste. It balances the silky chia pudding base by adding texture. Always select unsweetened in order to remain keto-friendly.
LIME JUICE:
Lime juice cuts the richness of the coconut with the tangy sharpness of fresh lime juice. Utilize freshly squeezed for the most intense flavor. Juice in bottles might taste bland and be less fresh.
LIME ZEST:
Lime zest improves the flavor of the lime and provides a sweet citrus scent. It adds a zesty zing to the bars without adding extra carbohydrates. Use a fine grater for optimal results.
KETO SWEETENER:
Keto sweetener provides the dessert-like sweetness without the added sugar. Stevia mixes, Erythritol, and monk fruit are good choices. Change the sweetness to suit your tastes.
VANILLA ESSENCE:
It provides the warm and hint of sweet taste. Additionally, it balances out the coconut flavor, giving the bars a more well-rounded flavor. Select pure extract for optimal effects.
SALT:
A dash of salt balances flavors and intensifies sweetness. It keeps the dessert from tasting too sugary or bland. A little salt is essential, even in desserts.
INSTRUCTIONS:
We put the parchment sheet on the baking dish.
Then whisk the lime juice, vanilla extract, coconut milk, salt, lime zest, and sweetener in the dish.
We include coconut shreds and chia seeds and mix well.
Mix well so they don’t form clumps, leave for ten minutes, and stir once more.
We pour the batter into the dish and equally distribute the components.
Chill the batter for two hours so it gets solid.
When it gets set, put the pudding slab on the chopping board and make nine equal slices with a knife.
Serve chill.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
TOPPING:
Whipped coconut cream
Toasted shredded coconut
Lime zest sprinkle
PAIRING:
Fresh raspberries
Sliced strawberries
Keto coconut cookies
DRINKS:
Iced green tea with lime
Sparkling water with mint
Keto coconut matcha latte
TIPS:
We have to mix the chia seeds two times so they don’t get clumped.
Include additional chia seeds or slightly reduce the quantity of coconut milk so the bars will become extra firm.
We have to taste and adjust the sweetness if required.
Utilize toasted coconut shreds for the additional taste.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
Put the left behind bars in the box and store these bars for five days.
FREEZER:
Cover these bars separately in the aluminum foil and freeze for one month.
FAQs:
Can I prepare these bars with almond milk?
We can prepare these bars with almond milk, but these bars will not remain creamier.
Will we use lemon to make these bars?
We can make use of lemon instead of lime, but it will slightly impact the flavor.
Can I increase the sweetness?
We can add the sweetener as we like in these bars.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
No of calories: 180 kcal
Calcium: 60g
Net carbs: 3g
Overall carbs: 8g
Sodium: 90g
Fiber: 5g
Iron: 1.5g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 15g
Potassium: 140g
Vitamin A: 15g
Portion size: 1 bar
