dairy free mango chia pudding

Healthy desserts really do exist! This dairy free mango chia seed pudding is all sorts of good-for-you deliciousness. Layers of fresh mango puree, vanilla chia seed pudding and beautiful fresh fruit.

I may not be a fan of the rising temperatures here in Northern California, but I am a fan of enjoying this dairy free mango chia pudding to cool me off. A layer of fresh mango puree {which you could totally eat by the spoonful!}, topped with creamy vanilla chia pudding and vibrant, juicy fruit. I went with additional diced mango and kiwi because that’s what I had on hand. I loved the flavor combination! Raspberries or sliced banana would be tasty too.

Have you given chia seed pudding a try? It couldn’t be easier to make and there is no cooking involved. I’m still amazed how those little nutrient-dense seeds absorb liquid. When added to coconut milk, they thicken up to make an instant creamy pudding. Think of tapioca pudding, only made with a super food!

With the warmer temperatures, it’s time to start busting out the chilled desserts. Make up this dairy free mango chia pudding for an afternoon treat or a late night snack. It’s both nutritious and bursting with natural sweetness.

dairy free mango chia seed pudding

 

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AUTHOR: Sarah Bakes Gluten Free

RECIPE TYPE: desserts

SERVES: 2

INGREDIENTS

chia seed pudding

• 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk beverage or lite coconut milk
• 1/4 cup chia seeds
• 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
• 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

mango puree

• 1-2 ripe mangoes {depending on the size}, peeled and diced
• 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup*
• diced mangoes and diced kiwis, for topping

INSTRUCTIONS

1. For chia pudding, add coconut milk, chia seeds, maple syrup and vanilla extract to mason jar. Whisk together with fork. Place lid on jar and shake until mixed well.
2. Place chia pudding in refrigerator. Chill 3-4 hours or overnight, until thickened.
3. To make mango puree, add diced mango and maple syrup to blender or food processor. Blend on high until fully pureed and smooth. Refrigerate until ready to use.
4. For serving, layer bottom of 2 serving jars with mango puree. Remove set chia pudding from refrigerator. Top mango puree with pudding, as well as diced mangoes and kiwis.
5. If not serving chia pudding right away, cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

NOTES

*If your mangoes are already super sweet, you can use water in place of the maple syrup when making the mango puree.

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