Mango Dragon Fruit Chia Pudding (Printable)
Tropical layered coconut chia with mango and dragon fruit purees. Vegan, gluten-free, and perfect for meal prep.
# 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)
# How to Prepare:
01 - Whisk together chia seeds, coconut milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract in a medium bowl. Stir thoroughly to prevent clumping. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight until pudding achieves thick, creamy consistency.
02 - Combine diced mango, lime juice, and maple syrup in a blender. Process until completely smooth and vibrant orange. Set aside for layering.
03 - Rinse blender thoroughly. Add dragon fruit, lime juice, and maple syrup. Blend until smooth and uniformly pink, scraping sides as needed.
04 - Once chia pudding has set, layer in serving glasses: start with chia pudding base, add mango puree layer, repeat chia pudding, and finish with dragon fruit puree. Create distinct, colorful stripes for visual appeal.
05 - Top each parfait with fresh mint leaves, chopped pistachios, and toasted coconut flakes. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Eating something this gorgeous makes Tuesday breakfast feel like an exotic escape
- The prep happens the night before while you are sleeping, making mornings almost magical
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- Chia pudding needs time to fully hydrate, so rushing the refrigeration step results in a disappointing, clumpy texture
- Room temperature fruit layers create condensation that muddies the beautiful gradient you worked so hard to achieve
03 -
- Whisk the chia mixture vigorously every 30 minutes during the first hour for the creamiest result
- A squeeze bottle gives you those perfectly neat layers that look professionally made