Description

Chia Jello is a simple, refreshing, and healthy dessert or snack made by soaking chia seeds in juice to create a naturally thickened, gelatinous treat. It’s lightly sweetened and topped with fresh fruits for added texture and flavor, making it perfect for a quick, nutritious bite any time of day.

Ingredients

Scale

Chia Jello Base

2 tablespoons chia seeds
⅓ cup juice of choice (such as orange, apple, or grape juice)
1 teaspoon honey or other sweetener (optional)

Toppings

Fruits for topping (such as berries, mango, kiwi, or banana)

Instructions

Mix Ingredients: Pour the chia seeds, juice, and optional honey into a jar. Stir thoroughly to ensure the chia seeds are evenly dispersed, then let the mixture sit for 2-3 minutes to allow initial gel formation. After resting, stir again vigorously to break up any clumps for a smooth texture.
Refrigerate: Cover the jar with a lid or plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator. Let it chill overnight or for a minimum of 4 hours so the chia seeds absorb the liquid fully and create a jello-like consistency.
Add Toppings and Serve: When ready to eat, remove the chia jello from the fridge, top with your favorite fresh fruits, and enjoy it cold as a healthy dessert or snack.

Notes

If you prefer a sweeter jello, adjust the amount of honey or sweetener to taste.
You can experiment with different juices and fruit combinations for varied flavors.
To make it vegan, use maple syrup or agave nectar instead of honey.
Make sure to stir well after the initial rest to prevent clumping of chia seeds.
The texture will thicken more the longer it sits in the fridge, so overnight is ideal.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: Generic

Keywords: chia seeds, chia jello, healthy dessert, no-cook dessert, fruit topping, gelatin alternative, vegan dessert, nutritious snack