Mango Chia Parfait

Did you know that chia seeds can be traced back to Mayan and Aztec culture? This superfood packs a ton of nutrition, and works with coconut milk and fruit to create a creamy pudding.

I’ve tried a lot of chia parfait recipes, but this flavor combination is definitely my favorite (and my husband’s favorite). This recipe only takes 10 minutes to make and uses a limited amount of ingredients. I love making chia parfaits on Sunday and then grabbing them for breakfast all week.

Health Benefits of Chia Seeds

• Nutrient Dense: In layman’s terms, nutrient density measures how many nutrients a food has in proportion to calories. Chia seeds are extremely nutrient dense, packing a lot of benefits in a small, low-calorie package.
• Packed with Antioxidants: Chia seeds are also packed with antioxidants, which may help fend off diseases like cancer and heart disease.
• Full of Fiber: These tiny miracles are full of fiber, which will keep you feeling full for longer.
• Low Calorie: Chia seeds are low calorie, and who doesn’t love a tasty treat that also gets two thumbs up from your doctor?
• Whole-grain food: Chia is a whole-grain food. Did you know that whole grain foods increase your metabolism?
• Gluten free: Chia is naturally gluten free, making this recipe gluten free, dairy free and vegan.

Chia Parfait Calories

I’m not much of a calorie counter. I stick with the theory that I should always be putting good things into my body. And as long as I feel good and look healthy I don’t worry about calories in and calories out. However, chia parfaits deserve an honorable mention.

With the coconut whip topping and granola, this chia parfait clocks in at around 350 calories a serving. If you’re leave the coconut whip and granola off and just eat the chia pudding you’re looking at just 141 calories and 10.2 grams of fat (about 13% of your daily amount) per serving. You can see the full nutrition label for this chia parfait below.

*Nutritional values are approximate based on best available data

Mango Chia Parfait

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Recipe by Tiffany Quillan Course: BreakfastCuisine: American, French

Servings

6

servings

Prep time

10

minutes

Cooking time

0

minutes

Calories

351

kcal

Total time

10

minutes

This mango chia parfait is perfect for meal prepping breakfasts. This recipe is super quick, easy and dairy free.

Ingredients

• Mango Chili Chia Mixture

• 1 cup 1 mango chunks, frozen

• 3/4 cup 3/4 coconut milk

• 5 Tbsp 5 chia seeds

• 1 tsp 1 chili powder

• 1 Tbsp 1 maple syrup

• Coconut Whip Topping

• 1 can 1 coconut cream, chilled overnight and liquid removed

• 1 tsp 1 vanilla

• Toppings

• 1/2 cup 1/2 granola (optional)

Directions

• Combine chia ingredients in food processor and blend until well combined. Pour into 6 jam jars or small containers. Chill overnight in the fridge.
• Add coconut whip topping ingredients to a bowl and whisk until light and fluffy. Add coconut whip topping on top of mango chia mixture. Top with granola and enjoy.

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Tips & Tricks

• Chill your canned coconut milk upside down in the fridge overnight. When you open it the next day the liquid will separate from the fat. This recipe does not use the liquid – but you can save it for a smoothie!
• Let your chia parfaits sit overnight before enjoying. Chia needs some time to expand and soak up the moisture.

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