Mango Coconut Chia Delight (Printable)

Creamy coconut milk with fresh mango and chia seeds creates a smooth, tropical layered delight.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chia Pudding Base

01 - 13.5 fl oz canned full-fat or light coconut milk
02 - 3 tablespoons maple syrup or honey, to taste
03 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
04 - 6 tablespoons chia seeds

→ Mango Layer

05 - 2 large ripe mangoes, peeled and diced (about 14 oz flesh)
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
07 - 1 to 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey, optional and to taste

→ Toppings (optional)

08 - 2 tablespoons toasted coconut flakes
09 - 1 tablespoon chopped pistachios or almonds
10 - Fresh mango cubes or mint leaves

# How to Make It:

01 - Whisk the coconut milk, maple syrup or honey, and vanilla extract together in a mixing bowl until smooth.
02 - Fold in chia seeds thoroughly, ensuring even distribution throughout the mixture.
03 - Cover and chill the mixture for at least 2 hours, stirring once after 30 minutes to prevent clumping until a pudding-like consistency is achieved.
04 - Blend diced mango flesh with lime juice and sweetener in a blender until smooth; adjust sweetness as desired.
05 - Spoon half of the chia pudding into serving glasses or bowls, then top with a generous layer of mango puree.
06 - Sprinkle toasted coconut flakes, nuts, fresh mango cubes, or mint leaves over the top as preferred.
07 - Present immediately after assembling, keeping refrigerated until served.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It requires zero heat, so your kitchen stays cool no matter the season.
  • The tropical flavors feel indulgent but the ingredient list is surprisingly short and wholesome.
  • You can prep it the night before and wake up to breakfast already done.
  • It works equally well as a midday snack, a light dessert, or even a post-workout treat.
02 -
  • Stir the chia mixture after 30 minutes or you will end up with a gelatinous clump at the bottom and watery liquid on top.
  • Taste your mango puree before adding extra sweetener, because some mangoes are so sweet they need nothing at all.
  • If the pudding feels too thick after chilling, whisk in a splash of coconut milk to loosen it up.
03 -
  • Use a fork to stir the chia seeds instead of a whisk after the first mix, it prevents them from getting stuck in the wires.
  • Freeze leftover mango puree in ice cube trays and drop a cube into smoothies or cocktails later.
  • If your chia pudding tastes bland, add a pinch of sea salt to the base, it wakes up all the other flavors.
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