Mango Dragon Fruit Chia Pudding (Printable Version)
Creamy coconut chia pudding layered with fresh mango and dragon fruit purees for a vibrant tropical treat.
# What You Need:
→ Chia Pudding Base
01 - 1/2 cup chia seeds
02 - 2 cups unsweetened coconut milk
03 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or agave nectar
04 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ Mango Layer
05 - 2 ripe mangoes, peeled, pitted, and diced
06 - 1 teaspoon lime juice
07 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional)
→ Dragon Fruit Layer
08 - 1 large pink dragon fruit, peeled and diced
09 - 1 tablespoon lime juice
10 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional)
→ Garnishes
11 - Fresh mint leaves
12 - Chopped nuts (pistachios recommended)
13 - Toasted coconut flakes
# Directions:
01 - Whisk together chia seeds, coconut milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract in a medium bowl. Stir thoroughly to prevent clumping. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight until pudding achieves thick, creamy consistency.
02 - Combine diced mango, lime juice, and maple syrup in a blender. Process until completely smooth and set aside.
03 - Rinse blender container, then combine dragon fruit, lime juice, and maple syrup. Blend until completely smooth.
04 - Once chia pudding has set, assemble in serving glasses: begin with chia pudding base, add mango puree layer, repeat chia layer, then finish with dragon fruit puree on top for vibrant presentation.
05 - Top each serving with fresh mint leaves, chopped pistachios, or toasted coconut flakes as desired.
06 - Serve immediately for optimal texture, or refrigerate until ready to serve.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The contrast of creamy white chia pudding against vibrant mango and shocking pink dragon fruit makes every spoon feel like discovering a treasure
- It tastes like a tropical vacation but takes literally ten minutes of active work
02 -
- The chia pudding needs that full chilling time to transform from weirdly textured to perfectly creamy
- Dragon fruit puree can sometimes separate slightly, so give it a quick stir before layering
03 -
- Rinse your blender between fruit layers so the colors stay pure and stunning
- Room temperature fruit blends more smoothly than cold fruit from the fridge