Description
Enjoy a refreshing and vibrant Tropical Mango and Dragon Fruit Chia Pudding Delight, perfect for a healthy breakfast or a light dessert. This recipe combines creamy coconut milk, sweet maple syrup, and nutrient-packed chia seeds with the exotic flavors of fresh pink dragon fruit and ripe Alphonso mango, layered with vanilla coconut yogurt for a tropical treat that’s both visually stunning and deliciously satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
Chia Pudding Base
- 350 ml Milk of Choice (Coconut milk enhances tropical flavor)
- 1.5 tbsp Maple Syrup (Can substitute with honey or agave)
- 0.5 tsp Vanilla Extract (Optional)
- 65 g Chia Seeds (Both black and white work well)
Fruit Purees and Toppings
- 0.5 Pink Dragon Fruit (Or substitute with dragon fruit powder)
- 1 large Alphonso Mango (Use any ripe mango)
- Vanilla Coconut Yogurt (Any dairy-free or regular yogurt can substitute)
- Chopped mango pieces for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Chia Pudding: In a measuring jug, combine 350 ml of your favorite milk, 1.5 tablespoons of maple syrup, and 0.5 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Add 65 grams of chia seeds and stir well with a fork to prevent any lumps from forming.
- Refrigerate the Mixture: Cover the chia seed mixture and refrigerate it for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight. Stir the pudding a couple of times during this chilling period to maintain a smooth texture.
- Make the Dragon Fruit Puree: Peel and chop half of the pink dragon fruit. Place the pieces into a blender and blend until you achieve a smooth puree. Gently fold this dragon fruit puree into the chilled chia pudding for a beautiful, flavorful twist.
- Prepare the Mango Coulis: Peel and dice the large Alphonso mango. Blend the mango flesh until smooth to create a vibrant coulis for layering.
- Assemble the Pudding: In individual serving jars or bowls, layer the dragon fruit chia pudding first, followed by a layer of mango coulis. Top each serving with a dollop of vanilla coconut yogurt and finish with some chopped mango pieces for added texture and freshness.
Notes
- For best texture, refrigerate the chia pudding overnight.
- Coconut milk enhances the tropical flavors, but any milk of choice can be used.
- Maple syrup can be substituted with honey or agave syrup for sweetness.
- Ensure to stir the chia pudding a couple of times while chilling to avoid clumps.
- If fresh dragon fruit is unavailable, dragon fruit powder can be used as an alternative.
- Use ripe mangoes for the sweetest and most flavorful coulis.
