Mango Chia Pudding
This Mango Chia Pudding is creamy, naturally sweet, and full of tropical flavor. Made with simple ingredients like chia seeds, almond milk, and fresh mango, this easy mango chia pudding recipe is perfect for healthy breakfast meal prep, snacks, or light dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice
- 3 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 cup fresh ripe mango diced (divided)
- 1 –2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup optional
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional Add-Ins:
- Squeeze of fresh lime juice
- Dash of cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt for extra creaminess
Instructions
- Prepare the Mango
- Dice mango and divide into two portions.
- Blend half into a smooth puree (optional for layered presentation).
- Set aside remaining diced mango for topping.
- Mix the Chia Base
- In a bowl or jar, combine almond milk, chia seeds, vanilla extract, sweetener (if using), and salt.
- Stir thoroughly until evenly combined.
- Let sit for 5 minutes, then stir again to prevent clumping.
- Chill
- Cover and refrigerate for 2–4 hours, or overnight, until thick and pudding-like.
- Assemble
- Spoon mango puree into the bottom of serving jars.
- Add thickened chia pudding.
- Top with diced mango and any desired toppings.
- Serve chilled.
Notes
- Stir the chia mixture twice to avoid seed clumping.
- If pudding is too thin, add 1 teaspoon chia seeds and chill longer.
- If too thick, stir in a splash of milk before serving.
- Store in airtight container in refrigerator up to 5 days.
- Ideal for meal prep breakfasts.