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Fresh Chia Seed Pudding Parfait Recipe Easy Homemade Mango Coconut Delight

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A quick and easy chia seed pudding parfait layered with fresh mango and toasted coconut, perfect for a healthy breakfast, snack, or light dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 3 tablespoons chia seeds (organic black preferred)
  • 1 cup full-fat canned coconut milk (or carton coconut milk for lighter version)
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup (can substitute honey or agave)
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 medium ripe mango, peeled and diced
  • 2 tablespoons shredded coconut, toasted (unsweetened preferred)
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (optional, can substitute with dairy-free yogurt)
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons chia seeds and 1 cup coconut milk until fully mixed to prevent clumping (about 1-2 minutes).
  2. Stir in 2 tablespoons maple syrup and ½ teaspoon vanilla extract. Adjust sweetness if needed (about 30 seconds).
  3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow chia seeds to absorb liquid and form pudding. A 2-hour soak can work but texture improves with longer chilling.
  4. Toast 2 tablespoons shredded coconut in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently until golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.
  5. Peel and dice 1 medium ripe mango into small chunks (3-5 minutes). Optionally, zest 1 teaspoon lime over mango.
  6. Once pudding has thickened, scoop half into a blender and pulse for 20-30 seconds until smooth but creamy to create a silky base layer.
  7. Assemble parfait by layering blended chia pudding at the bottom of glass or jar, then diced mango, a spoonful of unblended chia pudding, toasted coconut, and optionally Greek yogurt. Repeat layers if desired.
  8. Chill parfait for another 15-20 minutes before serving to let flavors meld. Serve cold.

Notes

Whisk chia seeds well at the start to avoid clumps. Soak overnight for best texture. Toast coconut carefully to avoid burning. Blend half the pudding for a smooth base layer and keep the other half textured for contrast. Keep ingredients chilled until assembly. Stir pudding once or twice during soaking for even texture. Add a tablespoon or two of coconut milk if pudding is too thick after soaking.

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Keywords: chia seed pudding, mango parfait, coconut, healthy dessert, breakfast, snack, vegan option, gluten-free

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