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    Modified: Sep 1, 2023 · Published: Jun 13, 2018 by Willow Moon · This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · I get commissions for purchases made through links in this post.

    Tropical Chia Pudding

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    This Tropical Chia Pudding with coconut milk and tropical fruit can be eaten any time of the day since it is so healthy.

    Tropical Chia Pudding in two glass mugs with spoons.

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    This healthy chia pudding with tropical flavors can be eaten for breakfast or dessert. I included it in my breakfast category because it felt more like a breakfast to me.

    For the tropical flavors of this vegan chia pudding, I used fresh mango and banana. I mixed the chia seeds with coconut milk and layered it with the fresh tropical fruit.

    I also layered in some coconut chips for even more coconut flavor. The end result will sweep you away to the tropics.

    Just like overnight oats, this easy chia pudding can be made the night before. Let the mixture soak overnight, and add the fresh mangoes and banana slices in the morning.

    Other recipes to try are my Chocolate Chia Pudding with Coconut Milk, Creamsicle Chia Pudding recipe, and my Vegan Tropical Smoothie Recipe.

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    • ❤️ Why You'll Love It
    • 🧾 Ingredients
    • 🔪 Instructions
    • Ways To Use Chia Seeds
    • 💭 Tips
    • 👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs
    • Other Chia Pudding Recipes
    • 📋 Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    ❤️ Why You'll Love It

    • It is healthy and flavorful.
    • It can be eaten for breakfast, dessert, or as a snack.
    • It is simple to make and it's made in minutes.

    🧾 Ingredients

    Ingredients on a cutting board with labels.
    • Coconut milk: I used full-fat coconut milk, but you could also use coconut milk from a carton, almond milk, oat milk, or your favorite dairy-free milk.
    • Chia seeds: Get gelatinous when you add liquid to them.
    • Mango: You could use fresh or frozen mango. Just make sure to thaw the mango first. You could also other tropical fruit like papaya, pineapple, or kiwi.
    • Banana: You could use fresh or frozen banana. Just make sure to thaw the banana first.
    • Maple syrup: Adds sweetness. You could also use agave syrup or your favorite sweetener.
    • Vanilla extract: Enhances flavors.
    • Coconut chips: You could also use shredded coconut.
    • Salt: Enhances sweetness.

    This is an overview of the ingredients. To see the full list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, see the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

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    🔪 Instructions

    Chia seeds and coconut milk in a bowl.

    Step 1: Add coconut milk and chia seeds to a bowl.

    Chia seeds and coconut milk in a bowl after mixing.

    Step 2: Stir to combine. Let it sit for an hour.

    Chia pudding with maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt added.

    Step 3: Add maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt.

    Chia pudding in a bowl after mixing.

    Step 4: Stir to combine.

    Tropical chia pudding in two mugs with banana and mango.

    Step 5: Add mango, sliced banana, and coconut chips.

    Ways To Use Chia Seeds

    • Cranberry and Apple Chia Jam recipe
    • Smoothies
    • Crackers
    • Blueberry Lemonade Chia Fresca recipe
    • Egg substitute in baking
    • Vegan French Toast
    • Vegan Monte Cristo Sandwich
    • On apples with peanut butter

    💭 Tips

    • Chia seeds need time to become gelatinous when you add liquid to them. They need at least 10-15 minutes to do so. I usually soak mine for an hour to overnight.
    • Use a fork or whisk to get all the clumps out. Chia seeds tend to stick together.
    • For a lighter version, use coconut milk from the carton or a can of light coconut milk.
    • If you prefer a traditional pudding consistency, blend the coconut milk and chia seeds in a Nutribullet or high speed blender until chia seeds break down.
    • If you prefer toasted coconut, put coconut chips in the oven at 325° for 5 minutes on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
    • To make parfaits, add some coconut milk yogurt and crunchy Coconut Granola into the layers.
    • Add macadamia nuts for even more crunch.
    Tropical Chia Pudding in two mugs.

    👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs

    How long does chia pudding last in the fridge?

    This chia pudding recipe will last 5 days in an airtight container in the fridge.

    What does chia pudding taste like?

    Chia pudding is creamy and nutty-flavored. It takes on the flavors you add to it. This tropical chia pudding has a sweet coconut flavor, with hints of vanilla from vanilla extract. There's also a fruity flavor from mango and banana.

    Other Chia Pudding Recipes

    • Chocolate Peanut Butter Chia pudding in a bowl.
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    • Mexican Chocolate Chia Pudding
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    • Almond Chia Pudding
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    • Thai Coffee Chia Pudding
      Thai Coffee Chia Pudding

    If you tried this Tropical Chia Pudding Recipe or any other recipe on my website, please leave a ⭐️ star rating and let me know how you like it in the 💬 comments below. I love hearing from you!

    📋 Recipe

    Tropical Chia Pudding in two mugs.
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    Tropical Chia Pudding

    This Tropical Chia Pudding with coconut milk and tropical fruit can be eaten anytime of the day since it is so healthy.
    Course Breakfast
    Cuisine American
    Diet Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
    Total Time 5 minutes minutes
    Servings 2
    Calories 530kcal
    Author Willow Moon
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    Ingredients

    • ¼ cup chia seeds
    • 1 cup full fat coconut milk
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 1 tablespoon maple syrup or 15-20 drops stevia
    • Pinch salt
    • 1 mango, chopped
    • 1 banana, sliced
    • ¼ cup coconut chips
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    Instructions

    • Mix chia seeds and coconut milk. Let sit for about an hour.
    • Add vanilla extract, maple syrup or stevia, and salt. Mix with a fork or whisk to get all the clumps out.
    • Layer coconut chia pudding with chopped mango and sliced banana into two bowls.

    Notes

    This recipe will last 5 days in an airtight container in the fridge.
    If you prefer a traditional pudding consistency, blend the coconut milk and chia seeds in a Nutribullet or high speed blender until chia seeds break down.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 530kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 28g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 24mg | Potassium: 765mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 930IU | Vitamin C: 36.3mg | Calcium: 174mg | Iron: 6mg
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    *Note: Nutrition information should be considered an estimate only. Different nutrition calculators give you different results.

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    1. Anne says

      June 23, 2018 at 1:44 pm

      I love the flavor combination! This was my first time eating chia pudding. I will definitely be making it again!5 stars

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      • Willow Moon says

        June 23, 2018 at 4:17 pm

        Great! Thanks Anne!

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