Strawberry Chia Comfort Cup | Low Carb Dessert Recipe

Strawberry Chia Comfort Cup

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Strawberry Chia Comfort Cup | Low Carb Dessert Recipe

A Low-Carb Dessert for When You Miss Something Sweet (But Still Love Your Blood Sugar More)

I didn’t wake up one day magically loving low-carb food.

I chose it.

And if I’m being brutally honest (which is very me), one of the biggest reasons I went low carb was my long, complicated relationship with diabetes. We’ve had a very… dramatic history. But so far, I’m happy to say we’re on much better terms. Numbers behaving. Energy improving. Less guilt, more control.

Still… I am human.

And I am a certified lover of sweet things.

I don’t necessarily crave dessert anymore, but I do miss it. There’s a difference. Missing is softer. Missing is nostalgic. Missing is “I just want something nice after dinner.”

Also, I’m a fruit person. Always have been. So going low carb felt like filing a quiet divorce from most fruits. Not all—just almost all. Painful but necessary.

Which brings me to tonight’s small victory.

A Walk, A Market Run, and a Low-Carb Dessert Idea

Today I walked to the central market to buy Kapeng Barako—because yes, I insist on being the one to buy my own coffee, and yes, I count walking as intentional exercise.

On my way home, I picked up my usual salad vegetables. Then I saw strawberries.

Fresh. Bright. Good price. (After December, strawberries suddenly become reasonable human beings.)

And strawberries happen to be one of the few fruits that play nicely with low-carb living.

Later that evening, after a barbecue dinner with colleagues from school, I wanted something small and comforting. Not fancy. Not complicated. Something I could build using what I already keep in my pantry.

So I experimented.

And accidentally created something that felt like a warm hug in dessert form.

I call it:

STRAWBERRY CHIA COMFORT CUP

Because that’s exactly what it gave me—comfort.

Not overly sweet. Not heavy. Just enough to remind me I haven’t been banished from the dessert world forever.

And here’s my honest confession…

When I tried this recipe, I swear I felt like I was in love again.

Yes. In love.

The kind of feeling where you pause after the first spoonful and go,
“Wait… what is happening to me?”

It reminded me of a long-lost love I once experienced.

Big char! Hahahaha.

But seriously… it had that kilig effect.

You know that first-time feeling?
That “oh my goodness, where have you been all my life?” moment?

Trust me—try this and you might suddenly remember your first experience too.
Low carb version.
Clean. Legal. Slightly naughty. Hahahaha.

Don’t get me wrong—I didn’t make this very sweet. It’s still very low-carb respectful.

But wow… comforting with benefits.

Strawberry Chia Comfort Cup (Low-Carb Dessert Recipe)

Ingredients

3 tablespoons chia seeds
1 cup cold water
Monk fruit sweetener (to taste)
Fresh strawberries, cleaned and halved
All-purpose cream (small amount, just for creaminess)

How I Make It

Soak 3 tablespoons of chia seeds in 1 cup cold water for at least 15 minutes.
I prefer my chia slightly thick, not watery.
If seeds aren’t expanding enough, just add a bit more water.
Add monk fruit sweetener gradually.
Remember: low carb isn’t about chasing sweetness.
Just enough to whisper “dessert,” not scream it.
Clean strawberries by soaking for a few minutes in water with a little baking soda. Rinse well. Slice in halves.
Add strawberries to the chia mixture.
Pour in a small splash of all-purpose cream—just enough to make it creamy and comforting.

Stir. Sit. Smile. Eat slowly.

That’s it.

Why These Ingredients Work (and Love You Back) – Strawberry Chia Comfort Cup

1. Chia Seeds

Chia seeds are tiny nutritional overachievers.

They’re rich in:

Fiber
Omega-3 fatty acids
Protein
Magnesium
Calcium

Benefits:

Supports blood sugar control by slowing digestion
Helps with fullness and appetite control
Supports heart health

Source:
https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/food-features/chia-seeds/

Chia’s soluble fiber forms a gel-like texture—exactly why this dessert feels pudding-like without starch.

2. Strawberries (In Moderation)

Strawberries are one of the lower-sugar fruits.

They provide:

Vitamin C
Antioxidants
Fiber

They also have a relatively low glycemic impact compared to many fruits.

Sources:
https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/
https://health.clevelandclinic.org/strawberries-benefits/

3. Monk Fruit Sweetener

Monk fruit sweetener contains zero calories and does not raise blood glucose.

Benefits:

Safe for people managing diabetes
No insulin spike
Helps reduce dependence on sugar

Source:
https://health.clevelandclinic.org/monk-fruit-sweetener/

4. All-Purpose Cream (Used Lightly)

Cream adds:

Fat for satiety
Smooth mouthfeel
Flavor depth

Fat helps slow carbohydrate absorption, which can help prevent blood sugar spikes.

Source:
https://diabetes.org/healthy-living/recipes-nutrition/eating-well/fats

Estimated Nutrition (Per Comfort Cup – Approximate)

Calories: 200–250
Net Carbs: ~6–8g
Fiber: 8–10g
Healthy fats: Moderate
Protein: 5–7g

(Values vary based on brand and portion size.)

Why This Dessert Works for Low-Carbers

No refined sugar
Low glycemic ingredients
High fiber
Satisfying texture
Quick to prepare

Most importantly: it feels like dessert without acting like dessert inside your body.

Portion Tips for Strawberry Chia Comfort Cup (Because Even Low-Carb Isn’t Unlimited)

I stick to:

1 small bowl
About ½ cup prepared chia pudding
3–5 medium strawberries

Enjoy it slowly. Treat it like an experience, not a refill station.

Precautions You Should Know

Too much chia without enough liquid can cause digestive discomfort. Always soak well.
Even low-carb fruits still contain sugar—moderation matters.
If you’re diabetic or on medication, monitor blood glucose response when trying new foods.
Artificial or natural sweeteners can still train your palate to expect sweetness—use sparingly.