Mango Dragon Fruit Chia Pudding (Printable)

Creamy coconut chia pudding layered with tropical mango and dragon fruit purees. Perfect vegan breakfast or refreshing 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 (optional)
13 - Toasted coconut flakes (optional)

# How-To Steps:

01 - Whisk chia seeds, coconut milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract in a medium bowl until thoroughly combined. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight until mixture thickens to pudding consistency.
02 - Blend diced mangoes, lime juice, and maple syrup (if using) in a blender until completely smooth. Transfer to a separate container and set aside.
03 - Rinse blender thoroughly. Blend dragon fruit, lime juice, and maple syrup (if using) until smooth. Set aside in another container.
04 - Once chia pudding has set, layer in serving glasses: start with chia pudding base, add mango puree layer, another chia pudding layer, and finish with dragon fruit puree on top. Repeat for all servings.
05 - Top each parfait with fresh mint leaves, chopped nuts, or toasted coconut flakes. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It transforms breakfast into something that feels like an elegant dessert youd order at a spa
  • The colors alone will make your morning feel brighter and more intentional
  • You can assemble it the night before and wake up to something gorgeous
02 -
  • Chia seeds need time to fully hydrate so rushing this step will result in a gritty instead of creamy texture
  • The layers will start to blur after several hours so assemble close to serving time for the most dramatic presentation
03 -
  • If your chia pudding seems too thick after refrigerating stir in a splash more milk before layering
  • Taste each fruit puree before adding sweetener since perfectly ripe fruit needs nothing extra

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