No Bake Zesty Coconut Lime Chia Bars (Print Version)
Creamy coconut lime layers with chia seeds create this refreshing no-bake treat.
# What You'll Need:
→ Base
01 - 1 cup (100 g) unsweetened shredded coconut
02 - 1 cup (120 g) almond flour
03 - 1/4 cup (60 ml) maple syrup
04 - 1/4 cup (60 ml) coconut oil, melted
05 - 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
→ Chia Pudding Layer
06 - 1 cup (240 ml) canned full-fat coconut milk, well stirred
07 - 1/4 cup (45 g) chia seeds
08 - 3 tablespoons (45 ml) maple syrup
09 - Zest of 2 limes
10 - Juice of 2 limes
11 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
12 - Pinch of salt
→ Topping
13 - 1/4 cup (25 g) unsweetened shredded coconut, toasted
14 - Zest of 1 lime
# How-To Steps:
01 - Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, allowing some overhang for easy removal later.
02 - Combine shredded coconut, almond flour, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and sea salt in a medium bowl. Mix until the mixture holds together when pressed.
03 - Press the base mixture evenly and firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Place in the freezer while preparing the chia pudding layer.
04 - Whisk together coconut milk, chia seeds, maple syrup, lime zest, lime juice, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt in another bowl.
05 - Let the chia mixture sit for 10 minutes, then whisk again to break up any clumps. Pour evenly over the chilled base and smooth the top.
06 - Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until the chia layer is firm and completely set.
07 - Once set, sprinkle the toasted coconut and additional lime zest evenly over the top.
08 - Lift out of the pan using the parchment paper, slice into 12 bars, and serve chilled.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Zero oven time means your kitchen stays cool even on the hottest days
- The chia pudding layer creates this incredibly creamy texture that feels indulgent but is actually packed with wholesome ingredients
- These bars keep beautifully in the freezer, making them perfect for when you need dessert in a pinch
02 -
- Really press that crust down firmly, otherwise it will crumble when you try to slice the bars
- Let those chia seeds sit for the full 10 minutes and whisk twice, or you will end up with weird gelatinous lumps in your pudding
- These need the full 4 hours to set properly, so do not try to rush this or you will end up with a messy situation
03 -
- Use a microplane for the lime zest to get just the bright green part and none of the bitter white pith
- Toast your coconut in a dry skillet over medium heat, watching constantly because it goes from perfect to burned in seconds