Description
A delightful, make-ahead breakfast or snack featuring a creamy coconut chia seed base layered with sweet, vibrant mango puree. This tropical treat is naturally vegan, gluten-free, and packed with nutrients.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Chia Pudding Base:
- 1/2 cup Black Chia Seeds
- 2 cups Full-Fat Canned Coconut Milk
- 2–3 tablespoons Pure Maple Syrup (or to taste)
- 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
- For the Mango Puree Layer:
- 2 cups Ripe Mango Chunks
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Lime Juice
- 1 tablespoon Water or Coconut Milk (optional, if needed for blending)
- For Garnish (Optional):
- Toasted Coconut Flakes
- Fresh Mango Chunks
- Fresh Mint Sprigs
Instructions
- Prepare the Chia Pudding Base: In a medium bowl or large jar, combine chia seeds, coconut milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
- Whisk vigorously for one minute to distribute the chia seeds and prevent clumping. Scrape down the sides of the bowl.
- Let the mixture sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes, allowing the seeds to begin gelling.
- Whisk vigorously again to ensure a smooth, homogenous pudding.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, until set.
- Prepare the Mango Puree: While the chia pudding chills, place ripe mango chunks and lime juice into a blender or food processor.
- Blend until completely smooth and silky. Add a tablespoon of water or coconut milk if needed for blending.
- Assemble the Parfaits: Spoon a layer of the set coconut chia pudding into the bottom of serving glasses or jars.
- Add a layer of the mango puree on top of the chia pudding. Create alternating layers as desired, ending with mango puree.
- Garnish with toasted coconut flakes, fresh mango chunks, or mint sprigs, if using.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, blend the set chia pudding in a high-speed blender before assembling.
- Adjust maple syrup based on the sweetness of your mangoes.
- If the pudding is too thick, stir in a splash more milk before serving. If too thin, add more chia seeds and let sit.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Dessert
- Method: No-cook, Layering
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 parfait (approx. 1/3 of recipe)
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 30g (approx., natural sugars from mango and maple syrup)
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 30g (approx.)
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g (approx.)
- Fiber: 15g (approx.)
- Protein: 8g (approx.)
- Cholesterol: 0mg