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Combine the best of smoothie bowls and chia pudding with this layered Mango Chia Pudding. It’s loaded with 6 grams of protein, 11 grams of fiber, and is under 220 calories. Most importantly, it tastes delicious!
Combining chia seed pudding with mango creates a low-effort dish that’s sweet, healthy, and keeps you feeling full. There’s no cooking involved with making chia pudding or smoothies, so this dish is incredibly easy to make.
It’s the perfect breakfast or snack for a warm day when you want something cool and refreshing. If you like healthy pudding recipes, you will love my high-protein banana pudding and cranberry quinoa pudding!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- No Added Sugar: This mango chia pudding is made without any added sugar. The only sweetness comes from the fruit in the smoothie.
- Loaded with Fiber: Chia is an excellent source of fiber, along with mango and banana. That’s why this pudding has 11 grams of fiber in a single serving.
- Fun Flavor and Texture: The chia pudding is creamy with a little crunch from the chia seeds, which pairs well with the smooth mango mixture. The combination of fruits and chia pudding also makes for a unique flavor.
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Ingredients
- Mango: Use frozen mango for a tropical flavor that’s packed with fiber.
- Frozen Banana: A frozen banana helps thicken the fruit mixture, giving it a more smoothie-like consistency.
- Chia Seeds: These tiny, nutrient-dense seeds are an excellent source of plant-based protein and fiber, and are packed with omega-3s.
- Unsweetened Almond Milk: Use your favorite dairy-free milk to create the pudding. Coconut milk will give it a creamier texture, and oat milk has a more neutral flavor.
See the recipe card below for exact ingredient amounts, nutritional information, and detailed instructions.
Variations & Dietary Modifications
- Add More Protein: Add a scoop of your favorite protein powder to your chia pudding to give it even more of a protein boost.
- Add a Sweetener: Add a sweetener to your mango chia pudding for a touch of sweetener. I added a bit of stevia to mine.
- Swap the Fruits: The mango puree also has strawberries, bananas, and oranges. Try swapping the strawberries for pineapple for a more tropical flavor. You could also use cherries, like in my cherry quinoa smoothie!
- Add Toppings: Give your chia with mango a little crunch and top it with toasted coconut flakes, chopped nuts, or pumpkin seeds.
How to Make Mango Chia Pudding
This mango chia pudding recipe couldn’t be easier! It only takes a few moments to mix everything, though it does need about 30 minutes to reach the desired consistency. It’s the perfect fiber-filled breakfast or afternoon snack.
- Step 1: Make the Chia Pudding. Combine ¼ cup of chia seeds with 1 cup of unsweetened almond milk in a jar. Refrigerate them for at least 30 minutes until they thicken.
- Step 2: Blend the Fruit. Add the frozen mango, frozen banana, strawberries, and orange to a blender and blend until pureed. Pour the mango mixture over the chia pudding.
Expert Tips
- Always Use ¼ to 1 Ratio: When making chia pudding, always use a ratio of ¼ cup of chia seeds to 1 cup of liquid. This ensures a thick and creamy pudding that isn’t too thick or goopy.
- Let Pudding Set Longer: Your chia pudding should thicken after 30 minutes in the refrigerator; however, I prefer to let mine set for a few hours or overnight for the best consistency.
- Sweeten the Mango: Frozen mango is not as sweet as fresh mango, and the sweetness of fresh fruit can vary. Add a little bit of honey or maple syrup to your smoothie mixture if it isn’t sweet enough.
- Storing: Store the chia pudding and mango smoothie separately in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. You can freeze the chia pudding for a month. I don’t recommend freezing the smoothie.
Serving Suggestions
This frozen mango chia pudding makes for the perfect breakfast during the sweltering days of summer. You don’t need to turn on the stove, and you have a filling, nutritious breakfast in minutes.
Enjoy it as a refreshing snack after the gym or when you want something sweet in the afternoon.
- If you want a little more protein in the afternoon, snack on these strawberry energy bites with your mango banana chia pudding.
- For breakfast, pair this sweet pudding with something savory like these egg white bites.
- Enjoy a little bit of healthy mango pudding for dessert after a delicious dinner of healthy chicken stir-fry because the mango flavor complements the Asian-inspired chicken well.
Mango Chia Pudding Recipe FAQs
Your chia pudding may not be setting for one of two reasons. First, it may just need to be stirred more. Try stirring it after it sets for 5 minutes and then refrigerating it to break up the seeds a bit. Second, it may need more time in the refrigerator. Try letting it chill for 1-2 hours or longer instead of just 30 minutes.
The chia seeds soak up moisture, and incorrect ratios may cause the pudding to be too thick. If you find it’s too thick, thin it out with a little splash of milk, and stir until it reaches the consistency you want.
All the sweetness in this dish comes from the fruit. If your fruit isn’t that sweet to start, it will make the smoothie not taste sweet. Taste test the smoothie before pouring it over the smoothie, and add a little drizzle of honey, maple syrup, or zero-calorie sweetener to sweeten it up a bit.
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Mango Chia Pudding
Ingredients
For the smoothie:
- ½ Banana, frozen
- ¾ cup Mango, frozen
- 1 Orange, peeled
- 2 Strawberries
For the pudding:
- ¼ cup Chia Seeds
- 1 cup Unsweetened Almond Milk, or milk of choice
- Sweetener of choice, I used stevia
Instructions
- Prepare the pudding by mixing the milk and chia seeds together in a jar or bowl and let it refrigerate a minimum of 30 minutes to thicken.
- Then blend all ingredients for the smoothie together. Layer the smoothie on top of the chia pudding, top with more fruit, shredded coconut as desired and enjoy!
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Notes
- Always use 1 cup of liquid for every ¼ cup of chia seeds when making a chia pudding.
- Let the chia pudding thicken for a few hours or overnight for a thicker texture.
- Add a bit of honey or maple syrup to sweeten up the mango smoothie.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
I am glad you are healing, even if it’s slower than you would like. I cannot imagine how frustrated you must feel right now! Why doesn’t the medical community look at patients as a whole instead of just an ailment at a time (as you said)?
I love the layer combination of this pudding/smoothie! It’s so pretty!
I really do not understand what is going on with health care, but I can’t be the only person having these problems. In the meantime, we enjoy good food!
i know you are frustrated but i admire you outlook. and things will heal slowly. You are doing everything you can. included the nourishment. wow, this is gorgeous! pinned!
When one thing heals, something else breaks so I never know if I can trust my body. Glad you like the smoothie. xoxo
Glad to hear you’re making progress! You’re so mentally strong still even though this must be terrible to have to deal with! This recipe looks great especially since I’m on the hunt for quick, easy, dorm room friendly recipes! I even have almost all these ingredients already!
I do feel like my life is a bit of a battle lately. Right now I’m just taking it day by day. This recipe is perfect for a dorm room! Nice way to stay healthy too.
How adorable is this little chia pudding!! Chia is one thing I have been lazy to try since all best intentions. When I get to it, I’ll be starting with one of your recipes! Also, I’m really happy to hear there is some good news on the health front. Onward, and upward!
You really must try chia Jill, it’s fantastic for adding to muffins. 🙂
Seems I have a lot to read up on. Looks like you have had another tough few weeks with injuries, sorry to hear that my friend, but sounds like you are doing the right thing, and this smoothie gives you lots of goodies that will help you heal up faster! Sending love your way! Thanks for linking up 🙂
Oh yes, I was in a car accident in July & broke my tibia (right below the knee) while you were away. I really did not need another injury. 🙁
Although progress is slow, I’m so happy to hear that your healing! I love this recipe… mango is so refreshing!! I’m all about smoothies for recovery – that and red velvet cake (because it makes me happy) haha.
I think any kind of cake makes me happy!
Keep your head up & try to rest as much as possible. I know it’s hard to soak in what you don’t want to hear, but I think you are in good hands. I remember when I was little I broke my arm THREE times in ONE year (7 times total). I remember crying in the orthopedic room hearing that I had to wear my cast for another month or so. It sucks.. but with more time things will smooth out.
Three times? That sounds horrible Jessie! I am trying to rest, in fact, I just woke up from my afternoon nap. Lately it’s been impossible with my appointments and all the phone calls. I wonder how people who are severely ill take care of those things.
You are healing! It is hard to see that sometimes because it feels so slow but hang in there friend. keep cooking because this looks fabulous! Thanks for linking up with us for Meatless Monday
It is very hard to see you are healing. All I keep thinking is I have 8 more weeks of crutches and then months of therapy. I’m taking it day by day, but it still feels overwhelming.
I wish you lived in Chicago (for many reasons) but in this case so that I could send you to Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago and then to React Physical Therapy. In both cases, the doctors and therapists I’ve found look at the comprehensive system. I think the world of both of them!
I think the doctors in Phoenix are so overwhelmed by the shear amount of people here that they cannot care for people they way they should. I’ve been fighting just to get my medical records for weeks and cannot get what I need from doctors. It’s so frustrating! If you know anyone in Phoenix, please let me know.
Keep doing what you’re doing because even though it’s slow progress is happening! Glad to be back, Megan this recipes looks incredible and too simple not to try 🙂
Thanks Michele! I needed that reminder today.