Speedy Coconut Mango Chia Pudding
A light and refreshing chia pudding blended with creamy coconut milk and topped with fresh mango for a tropical twist ready in under 30 minutes. This recipe (vegan, gluten-free), ready in about 5 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 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 unsweetened coconut milk
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup, diced ripe mango
- 2 tbsp for garnish toasted shredded coconut
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup chia seeds, 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk, 2 tbsp maple syrup, and 1/2 tsp vanilla extract until well combined.
- Step 2: Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes, then whisk again to break up any clumps. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes until the pudding thickens.
- Step 3: Meanwhile, peel and dice 1 cup ripe mango into small cubes.
- Step 4: Once pudding is set, stir it gently and spoon into serving glasses. Top each with diced mango and sprinkle 2 tbsp toasted shredded coconut for a crunchy finish.
- Step 5: Serve immediately or keep chilled until ready to enjoy for a quick, healthy dessert.








