Mango Dragon Fruit Chia Pudding (Printable Version)
Vibrant layers of creamy coconut chia pudding topped with fresh mango and dragon fruit puree. A refreshing tropical treat 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 fresh lime juice
07 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional)
→ Dragon Fruit Layer
08 - 1 large pink dragon fruit, peeled and diced
09 - 1 tablespoon fresh 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)
# How to Make It:
01 - In a medium bowl, whisk together chia seeds, coconut milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir thoroughly to prevent clumping and ensure even distribution. Cover bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight until mixture achieves thick, pudding-like consistency.
02 - Combine diced mango, lime juice, and maple syrup if using in a blender. Process until completely smooth and creamy. Pour into a separate container and set aside.
03 - Rinse blender thoroughly. Add dragon fruit, lime juice, and maple syrup if using. Blend until silky smooth with no remaining fruit chunks.
04 - Remove chia pudding from refrigerator. Spoon a layer of pudding into the bottom of each serving glass. Follow with mango puree layer, then another chia pudding layer, and finish with dragon fruit puree on top. Repeat for all four servings.
05 - Top each parfait with fresh mint leaves, chopped nuts, or toasted coconut flakes as desired. Serve immediately for optimal texture, or refrigerate until ready to serve.
# Expert Insights:
01 -
- It makes any Tuesday morning feel like a tropical vacation without leaving your kitchen
- The layered look impresses everyone but requires almost zero actual cooking skills
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- Chia pudding needs time to fully thicken, so dont try to assemble this right after mixing the base
- The fruit purees will separate slightly if they sit too long, so assemble close to serving time for the prettiest layers
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- Toast your coconut flakes in a dry pan over medium heat until golden, watching constantly so they dont burn
- Run your knife under hot water between slicing the dragon fruit for cleaner cuts and less sticking