Description
Chia Seed Pudding with Coconut Milk and Mango is a tropical delight that transforms simple ingredients into a creamy, satisfying dessert. This nutritious pudding combines the rich texture of coconut milk with the sweetness of ripe mangoes, creating a refreshing treat perfect for breakfast or as a healthy snack. With minimal preparation and chilling time, it’s an easy recipe that is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup chia seeds
- 2 cups full-fat coconut milk
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine chia seeds, coconut milk, maple syrup or honey, and vanilla extract. Stir well and let sit for 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, peel and chop the mango. For smoother pudding, blend half of the mango pieces until pureed.
- After 5 minutes, stir the chia mixture again. Gently fold in half of the chopped mango and the puree.
- Distribute the mixture into serving jars or bowls. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Serve chilled and top with remaining mango chunks and toasted coconut flakes if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - To enhance sweetness, consider adding extra maple syrup or honey. - Experiment with different fruits like berries or bananas for varied flavors. - Chia seed pudding can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days.