Description
Indulge in a taste of the tropics with this delightful Tropical Chia Pudding Parfait. Layers of creamy coconut chia pudding and sweet, juicy tropical fruits make for a refreshing and healthy treat any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
Chia Pudding:
- 1/2 cup chia seeds
- 2 cups coconut milk (canned or carton)
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Toppings:
- 1/2 cup diced mango
- 1/2 cup diced pineapple
- 1 kiwi, peeled and sliced
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut (unsweetened)
- Fresh mint for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together chia seeds, coconut milk, maple syrup (or honey), and vanilla extract. Let sit for 5 minutes, then stir again to prevent clumping.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until thickened.
- To assemble the parfaits, spoon a layer of chia pudding into serving glasses or jars. Add a layer of diced tropical fruit, then repeat until the glass is full.
- Top with shredded coconut and garnish with mint if desired. Serve chilled.
Notes
- For extra texture, add granola between layers.
- You can swap in papaya, banana, or passion fruit depending on what’s available.
- Keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days—perfect for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus chilling time)
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Tropical, Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 parfait
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
