No-Bake Mango Coconut Chia Parfait

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-24 · Updated 2026-05-24

Layers of tropical mango puree, coconut-infused chia pudding, and crunchy granola create a refreshing, no-bake dessert parfait. This Tropical-inspired recipe (gluten free, vegan option), ready in about 10 minutes, layers chia seeds, unsweetened coconut milk, honey 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 4, 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

• 1/3 cup chia seeds
• 1 1/4 cups unsweetened coconut milk
• 3 tbsp honey
• 1 large, peeled and diced fresh mango
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup granola
• 1 tsp lime zest
• 1 tbsp lime juice

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup chia seeds, 1 1/4 cups unsweetened coconut milk, 3 tbsp honey, and 1 tsp vanilla extract until combined.
2. Step 2: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight, stirring once after 30 minutes to prevent clumps, until the mixture thickens into pudding consistency.
3. Step 3: In a blender or food processor, puree 1 large peeled and diced fresh mango with 1 tbsp lime juice and 1 tsp lime zest until smooth.
4. Step 4: To assemble, spoon 1/3 of the chia pudding into clear serving glasses, followed by 1/3 of the mango puree, and then 1/4 cup granola.
5. Step 5: Repeat the layers two more times, finishing with granola on top.
6. Step 6: Serve immediately for crunch or chill for 30 minutes for a softer granola texture.