Description
A creamy no-cook chia pudding made with rich coconut milk and naturally sweet mango puree for a refreshing tropical breakfast, snack, or dessert. Finished with toasted coconut, it offers vibrant flavor and satisfying texture with minimal effort.
Ingredients
1/4 cup chia seeds
1 cup full-fat canned coconut milk
2 tsp agave, or to taste
Pinch of salt
1/4 cup coconut water or filtered water (optional, for thinning)
1 1/2 cups fresh chopped mango or thawed frozen mango
1 1/2 tsp agave (for mango puree)
Toasted coconut flakes, for topping
Instructions
- Toast the coconut flakes in a skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently until lightly golden, about 3 to 5 minutes. Set aside to cool.
- Shake the canned coconut milk well before opening. If chunky, warm it for about 30 seconds and stir until smooth.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the chia seeds, coconut milk, agave, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
- Let the mixture rest for 5 minutes, then whisk again thoroughly to prevent clumping.
- Taste and add additional agave if desired.
- Allow the pudding to thicken for about 20 minutes or refrigerate overnight. If too thick, stir in small amounts of coconut water or filtered water until the desired consistency is reached.
- While the pudding sets, blend the chopped mango and agave until completely smooth, about 1 minute.
- Divide the chia pudding and mango puree among serving cups, layering if desired.
- Top with the toasted coconut flakes and serve chilled.
Notes
Substitute pineapple, peaches, or mixed berries for the mango for different flavors.
Add vanilla extract or a squeeze of lime juice to brighten the taste.
Mix in chopped macadamia nuts or sliced almonds for extra texture.
Drizzle with additional agave or maple syrup for a sweeter dessert.
Store prepared pudding in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Freeze mango puree for up to 3 months and thaw completely before using.
Serve chilled and do not reheat.
Blend the finished pudding for a smoother consistency if preferred.
Add vanilla protein powder or serve with yogurt or nuts for extra protein.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 95 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 19 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
