Description
Homemade No-Bake Blueberry Chia Seed Pie offers a refreshing summer dessert without heating the kitchen. Creamy blueberry filling nestles atop a nutty graham cracker crust, delivering cool satisfaction for sweet tooths.
Ingredients
- 2 cups / 480 ml blueberries (fresh or frozen)
- 1 ½ cups / 213 g graham cracker crumbs (or crushed digestive biscuits)
- 1 cup / 240 ml plain Greek yogurt (or coconut yogurt for dairy-free)
- 1 cup / 240 ml whipped cream or whipped coconut cream
- ⅓ cup / 80 ml melted coconut oil or unsalted butter
- ¼ cup / 60 ml honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- ¼ cup / 40 g chia seeds
- 2 tbsps / 30 ml honey or maple syrup
- Fresh blueberries (for garnish)
- Mint leaves (for garnish)
- Chia seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Crust Formation: Combine almond flour, melted coconut oil, and maple syrup until the mixture forms a texture resembling damp pebbles, then press firmly into the pie pan, ensuring an even, smooth surface that reaches all edges.
- Crust Chilling: Quickly freeze the crust while preparing the filling to set its structure and enhance its stability.
- Blueberry Preparation: Warm blueberries in a saucepan, gently crushing some with a fork to release natural juices and create a rustic, chunky texture that highlights the fruit’s inherent character.
- Filling Fusion: Blend chia seeds, honey, coconut milk, and vanilla extract into the warm blueberry mixture, stirring thoroughly to create a harmonious, well-integrated filling that allows each ingredient to shine.
- Thickening Process: Briefly simmer the mixture, allowing ingredients to meld and chia seeds to activate their natural thickening properties, transforming the filling into a luscious, jam-like consistency.
- Pie Assembly: Pour the cooled blueberry chia filling over the chilled crust, spreading evenly to create a seamless surface that promises a delightful sensory experience.
- Setting and Cooling: Refrigerate the pie for at least two hours, enabling the filling to set completely and develop a rich, complex flavor profile that tantalizes the palate.
- Garnishing Finale: Artfully scatter fresh blueberries, delicate mint leaves, and a sprinkle of coconut flakes across the pie’s surface, elevating both its visual appeal and textural complexity.
Notes
Optimize Crust Texture: Use a flat-bottomed glass or measuring cup to press the almond flour base evenly, ensuring a compact and sturdy foundation that won’t crumble when sliced.
Prevent Watery Filling: Pat fresh blueberries dry before cooking to reduce excess moisture and achieve a thick, rich filling consistency that sets perfectly.
Enhance Chia Seed Absorption: Allow the chia seed mixture to rest for 10-15 minutes before adding to the warm blueberries, maximizing their natural thickening capabilities and creating a smooth, gel-like texture.
Customize Dietary Needs: Swap maple syrup with agave nectar for a lower glycemic index, or use monk fruit sweetener for a completely sugar-free version that maintains the pie’s delightful sweetness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg