Mango Dragon Fruit Chia Pudding (Printer-friendly)
Creamy coconut chia layers with fresh mango and dragon fruit puree create this vibrant tropical parfait perfect for breakfast or dessert.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chia Pudding Base
01 - 1/2 cup chia seeds
02 - 2 cups unsweetened coconut milk
03 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or agave nectar
04 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ Mango Layer
05 - 2 ripe mangoes, peeled, pitted, and diced
06 - 1 teaspoon lime juice
07 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional)
→ Dragon Fruit Layer
08 - 1 large pink dragon fruit, peeled and diced
09 - 1 tablespoon lime juice
10 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional)
→ Garnishes
11 - Fresh mint leaves
12 - Chopped pistachios or nuts of choice (optional)
13 - Toasted coconut flakes (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Whisk chia seeds, coconut milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract in a medium bowl until thoroughly combined. Cover and refrigerate for minimum 2 hours or overnight until mixture achieves pudding-like consistency.
02 - Combine diced mango, lime juice, and optional maple syrup in blender. Process until completely smooth and transfer to separate container.
03 - Clean blender thoroughly. Add dragon fruit, lime juice, and optional maple syrup. Blend until silky smooth consistency achieved.
04 - Remove chia pudding from refrigerator. Alternate layers beginning with chia base, followed by mango puree, additional chia pudding, and dragon fruit puree in serving glasses.
05 - Top layered pudding with fresh mint leaves, chopped nuts, and toasted coconut flakes as desired.
06 - Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve. Best enjoyed chilled within 24 hours.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Its like having a tropical vacation in your breakfast bowl without leaving your kitchen
- The colors alone will make you smile before you even take a bite
02 -
- The chia seeds need those full hours to swell up completely so dont try to rush this part
- Your layers will swirl together a bit and thats actually part of what makes it beautiful
03 -
- Use clear glasses because the layers are half the fun of this recipe
- Taste your fruit before blending and adjust sweetness accordingly