Mango & Dragon Fruit Chia Pudding
A colorful and nourishing chia pudding recipe combining mango and dragon fruit purees, perfect for a refreshing treat.
Ingredients
Fruit Purees
- 1.5 cups mango puree (fresh or thawed from frozen, about 2 ripe mangoes) Use ripe mango for smoother puree.
- 1 cup dragon fruit puree (pitaya) Can use bright pink or white variety.
Chia Pudding Base
- 2 cups unsweetened almond milk (or any plant-based milk) Swap with coconut milk for creaminess.
- 0.5 cups chia seeds
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup or honey Adjust sweetness to taste.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch fine sea salt
Optional Toppings
- toasted coconut flakes For crunch.
- sliced mango
- extra dragon fruit
- chopped nuts
- gluten-free streusel For additional texture.
Instructions
Preparation of Fruit Purees
- Peel and cube the mango and dragon fruit. Blend each fruit separately until smooth and set aside in two small bowls.
Make Chia Mixture
- In a large bowl, whisk together almond milk, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt. Stir in chia seeds and let sit for 5 minutes, then whisk again to break up any clumps.
Layer the Puddings
- Spoon 1–2 tablespoons of mango puree into the bottom of each jar, then add a layer of chia mixture.
- Add a spoonful of dragon fruit puree, more chia layer, and finish with a bright swirl of fruit on top. Repeat until jars are filled.
Chill
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, until the chia seeds have expanded and the pudding is set.
Serve
- Add your preferred toppings just before serving. For a warm contrast, serve with a small gluten-free fruit crisp on the side.
Notes
Assemble jars the night before for grab-and-go breakfasts or impressive dessert jars for a dinner party. Store in the fridge for up to 4 days, keeping toppings separate.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 150mgFiber: 10gSugar: 10g
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!