Mango Chia Pudding

By The Modern Nonna

on Jun 03, 2022, Updated May 17, 2024

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I’d trade my favorite pair of shoes for this Mango Chia Pudding! 🥭 It’s not just a snack, it’s a mood. A guilt-free, antioxidant-packed, fiber-fueled mood. And let’s talk about that mango topping – it’s like a tropical vacation for your taste buds! 🏝️ So juicy, so sweet, so chef’s kiss. Who needs a doctor when you’ve got this?

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Fun fact: chia seeds contain quercetin, an antioxidant that can reduce your risk of developing several health conditions, including ❤️ heart disease. The seeds are also high in fiber, which can help to lower high blood pressure as well.

A jar of chia pudding topped with fresh mango chunks, coconut flakes, and a mint sprig, placed on a marble surface. A gold spoon lies nearby, with a blurred background of a bowl and a dark cup.

Why You’ll Love Mango Chia Pudding

Super healthy and absolutely delicious? Yes, please! This 🥭 Mango Chia Pudding ticks all the boxes: easy to prep, flavorful and fresh, and super satiating to keep you full until lunch. This recipe is easily scalable, too so you can make a double or triple batch and have it for the whole 🗓️ week.

How to Prepare

🫙 Start by adding the chia seeds, sweetener, and milk to a jar or a glass and stir it really well.

🥛 I like to separate mine into two smaller portions but you don’t have to.

🥄 Wait 15 minutes and then stir again so that it does not clump up.

Top view of all of the ingredients on a kitchen island.
Two glass jars of a chia seed pudding mixture sit on a wooden board. Fresh mango chunks are in a small white bowl, with a whole mango nearby. A gold spoon rests on the board, and a light, hexagonal-tiled background completes the scene.
Two glass jars filled with the pudding mixture on a wooden board. A golden spoon rests beside them. In the background, a bowl of diced mango and two whole mangoes are visible. The setting is a marble surface with a subtle hexagonal pattern wall.

❄️ Refrigerate until it thickens and becomes pudding-like consistency (four hours minimum, overnight is best).

🥭 Once it’s thickened, blend the pitted mango and coconut milk together and then add it on top. Enjoy.

A white bowl of yogurt topped with mango chunks on a marble surface. Nearby are small bowls containing chia seeds, and diced mango. Coconut flakes and a wooden board are also visible.
Overhead view of a smoothie bowl with bright yellow mango puree in a white bowl, surrounded by bowls of chia seeds, diced mango, and coconut flakes on a marble countertop. A cutting board with ingredients is partly visible.
Two jars topped with diced mango and coconut flakes sit on a wooden board. A bowl of chia seeds and mango pieces are nearby. Whole mangoes are in the background against a light-colored geometric tile wall.

Nonna’s Tip ❄️

Chill the chia pudding for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the chia seeds to fully absorb the liquid and achieve a delicious pudding consistency.

Variations and Substitutions for Mango Chia Pudding

  1. You can puree any fruit you like as a topping for this Chia Pudding: 🍓 strawberries, mixed berries or peaches would be delish.
  2. Use any sweetener you love, such as 🍯 honey, agave, stevia, or even regular sugar. Just adjust the amount to taste.
  3. You can use any unsweetened plant milk you love in this Mango Chia Pudding, such as almond milk, soy milk, oat milk, or cashew milk.
  4. Top your chia pudding with other ingredients such as nuts, seeds, granola, shredded 🥥 coconut, or a drizzle of nut butter.

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Best Served With

  • Add a little crunch to this with a fun topping: nuts, seeds, granola or toasted coconut are all delicious options.
  • Serve this for breakfast with your favorite protein such as eggs, bacon, turkey bacon or my Homemade Breakfast Sausage Recipe.

Common Questions

Can I use a different sweetener instead of maple syrup?

Yes, you can use any sweetener you love, such as honey, agave, stevia, or even regular sugar. Just adjust the amount to taste.

What types of plant milk can I use in this Mango Chia pudding?

You can use any unsweetened plant milk you love, such as almond milk, soy milk, oat milk, or cashew milk. I used coconut milk here because I love the slight tropical flavor it gives, especially when combined with the mango.

How long can I store the mango chia pudding?

You can store chia pudding in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Keep it in an airtight container for the best freshness.

How do I prevent the chia seeds from clumping?

Stir the mixture well initially and then again after about 15 minutes. This helps distribute the chia seeds evenly and prevents clumping.

What if my chia pudding is too thick or too thin?

If your pudding is too thick, add a splash of milk and stir well. If it’s too thin, add a bit more chia seeds and let it sit for additional time to thicken.

Two glass jars filled with chia pudding topped with mango chunks, coconut flakes, and mint leaves. A gold spoon lies beside them. In the background, a bowl of mangoes sits on a wooden board.

Mango Chia Pudding

This Mango Chia Pudding is refreshing and bright with fresh mango puree. Not only delicious, it will also help boost your heart health. This recipe makes one large portion or two small.
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Course: Breakfast, Snack
Makes: 2 jars
Author: The Modern Nonna
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Chill Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 5 minutes

Equipment

Measuring Cups + Spoons
Nakiri Knife
Cutting Board
Blender
Small Mason Jars (250ml)

Ingredients 

  • 3 tablespoons chia seeds
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup , or any sweetener you like
  • 1 cup coconut milk , or any unsweetened plant milk
  • 1 ripe mango , pit removed
  • ½ cup coconut milk

Instructions 

  • Add the chia seeds, sweetener and milk to a jar or a glass and stir it really well.
  • Wait 15 minutes and stir again so that it does not clump up.
  • Refrigerate until it thickens and becomes pudding like consistency. I like to separate mine into two smaller portions but you don’t have to.
  • Once it’s thick you can blend the pitted mango and coconut milk and add it on top. Enjoy.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1 jar, Calories: 510kcal, Carbohydrates: 35g, Protein: 7g, Fat: 42g, Saturated Fat: 33g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g, Monounsaturated Fat: 2g, Trans Fat: 0.03g, Sodium: 27mg, Potassium: 643mg, Fiber: 8g, Sugar: 20g, Vitamin A: 1130IU, Vitamin C: 40mg, Calcium: 166mg, Iron: 7mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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Course: Breakfast, Snack
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