Luminescent Mango Chia Pudding
A vibrant, glowing chia pudding layered with fresh mango and coconut, inspired by moonlight on water. This Tropical-inspired recipe (vegan, gluten free), ready in about 10 minutes, layers chia seeds, full-fat coconut milk, mango into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 2, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1 ripe, diced mango
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut
- 6 for garnish mint leaves
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine 1/4 cup chia seeds, 1 cup full-fat coconut milk, 2 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp lime juice. Whisk vigorously until well combined, then cover and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.
- Step 2: After chilling, whisk the chia mixture thoroughly to break up any clumps, then divide evenly between two glasses.
- Step 3: Layer 1/4 cup diced mango on top of each chia pudding layer, followed by a sprinkle of 1 tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut.
- Step 4: Refrigerate for an additional 30 minutes to allow flavors to harmonize before serving.
- Step 5: Garnish each serving with 3 fresh mint leaves just before eating to enhance the bright, fresh aroma.
