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Mango Coconut Chia Pudding

Creamy coconut chia pudding with bright mango purée, diced fruit, and toasted coconut.

Mango Coconut Chia Pudding layers creamy coconut chia pudding with bright mango purée, diced fruit, and toasted coconut. An overnight or extended chill gives the base time to thicken while the toppings stay fresh.

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Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time0 mins
Total Time4 hrs 10 mins
Servings4
DifficultyEasy

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Ingredients

For the Chia Pudding

  • 1 can (13.5 ounces) full-fat coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk or regular milk
  • 1/2 cup chia seeds
  • 3 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

For the Mango Layer

  • 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice

Toppings

  • Toasted coconut flakes
  • Extra diced mango

Substitutions

  • In Mango Coconut Chia Pudding, unsweetened oat or soy milk can replace dairy milk in the same quantity; choose a neutral flavor.
  • For Mango Coconut Chia Pudding, use another fruit with similar moisture and keep the measured amount close to the recipe.

Instructions

Step 1: Mix the pudding

Whisk coconut milk, almond milk, chia seeds, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt until no clumps remain.

Mix the pudding for Mango Coconut Chia Pudding

Step 2: Rest and whisk again

Let stand 10 minutes, then whisk once more so the seeds remain evenly suspended.

Step 3: Chill

Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.

Step 4: Prepare the mango

Blend half the mango with lime juice until smooth; keep the remaining mango diced.

Prepare the mango for Mango Coconut Chia Pudding

Step 5: Layer and serve

Spoon chia pudding into glasses, add mango purée and diced mango, and top with toasted coconut.

Layer and serve for Mango Coconut Chia Pudding
Finished Mango Coconut Chia Pudding ready to serve

How to Store Leftovers

Cool Mango Coconut Chia Pudding promptly, cover it, and refrigerate within 2 hours. Use leftovers within 3 to 4 days and store fresh or crisp components separately.

Serving Leftovers

Warm Mango Coconut Chia Pudding over moderate heat until the center is hot, adding a small splash of water, broth, or sauce only when the dish needs moisture.

Ways to Serve

  • Fresh mango
  • Toasted coconut
  • Berries
  • Granola

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Relying only on elapsed time when preparing Mango Coconut Chia Pudding.
  • Crowding the cooking surface around mango.

Nutrition Information

Nutrient Per Serving
Calories 355
Protein 7g
Carbohydrates 39g
Fat 21g
Sugar 21g

Nutrition is an estimate and can vary with brands, portion size, and substitutions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the clearest doneness cue for Mango Coconut Chia Pudding?

Blend half the mango with lime juice until smooth; keep the remaining mango diced.

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Written and edited by the FreshFork Recipes Team.

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