Mango and Dragon Fruit Chia Pudding Recipe
This vibrant Mango and Dragon Fruit Chia Pudding is a refreshing and nutritious dessert or snack that combines creamy coconut milk, sweet mango coulis, and exotic dragon fruit pureed with chia seeds. Naturally sweetened with maple syrup and layered with vanilla coconut yoghurt, it offers a creamy texture packed with antioxidants and fiber, perfect for a healthy treat any time of the day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Fusion
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Chia Pudding
- 350 ml coconut milk
- 1 ½ tbsp maple syrup
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 65 g chia seeds (6 tbsp)
Dragon Fruit Puree
- ½ pink dragon fruit, peeled and chopped
Mango Coulis
- 1 large Alfonso mango, peeled and diced
Topping
- Vanilla coconut yoghurt
- Chopped mango pieces
Instructions
- Prepare Chia Pudding: In a measuring jug, combine 350 ml coconut milk, 1 ½ tbsp maple syrup, and ½ tsp vanilla extract. Stir well, then add 65 g chia seeds and mix thoroughly with a fork. Let the mixture set for at least four hours, preferably overnight, stirring every couple of hours to prevent clumping.
- Blend Dragon Fruit: Peel and chop half of the ½ pink dragon fruit, place into a jug, and blend until smooth to create the dragon fruit puree.
- Combine Dragon Fruit with Pudding: Gently mix the dragon fruit puree into the set chia pudding to infuse it with vibrant color and flavor.
- Make Mango Coulis: Peel and roughly dice the large Alfonso mango, add to a bowl or jug, and blitz with a hand blender until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the Pudding: In serving glasses or bowls, layer the dragon fruit chia pudding, followed by the mango coulis, and a dollop of vanilla coconut yoghurt. Top with chopped mango pieces for added texture and freshness.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately or refrigerate briefly to chill further before enjoying this colorful and healthy chia pudding dessert.
Notes
- Use any plant-based milk if coconut milk is not preferred.
- Maple syrup can be substituted with honey or agave syrup for different sweetness profiles.
- For best texture, stir chia pudding every two hours while it sets to avoid clumping.
- Alfonso mango offers a rich, sweet flavor, but any ripe mango variety can be used.
- Prepare the chia pudding the night before to have it ready in the morning or for a quick dessert option.
