Playful Mango and Coconut Chia Pudding Parfait

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-29 · Updated 2026-07-29

A fun and tropical chia pudding layered with creamy coconut milk and fresh mango, perfect for a light dessert or breakfast treat. This recipe (vegan, gluten-free), ready in about 10 minutes, layers chia seeds, unsweetened coconut milk, maple syrup 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 220 calories and feeds 3, 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 1/2 cups unsweetened coconut milk
• 2 tbsp maple syrup
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup, diced fresh mango
• 2 tbsp toasted shredded coconut

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup chia seeds, 1 1/2 cups unsweetened coconut milk, 2 tbsp maple syrup, and 1 tsp vanilla extract until the chia seeds are evenly distributed.
2. Step 2: Cover and refrigerate the mixture for at least 4 hours or overnight until it thickens to a pudding-like consistency, stirring once after 1 hour to prevent clumps.
3. Step 3: Once set, gently stir the pudding to fluff it.
4. Step 4: In serving glasses, layer 1/3 of the chia pudding, followed by 1/3 cup diced fresh mango, repeating the layers twice more to fill the glasses.
5. Step 5: Top each parfait with 1/2 tbsp toasted shredded coconut for extra texture and a nutty aroma before serving chilled.