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Tropical Sunrise Chia Pudding

Discover our delectable and vegan-friendly Tropical Sunrise Chia Pudding recipe, a perfect blend of Caribbean flavors with coconut milk, chia seeds, pineapple, and mango.

πŸ•’ (Prep, Cook, Total) - Prep Time: 10 minutes - Cook Time: None - Total Time: 30 minutes
🍽 Servings: 4 servings
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Advanced
🌎 Cuisine: Caribbean

Allergens

None

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup chia seeds
  • 1 can (400ml) coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup pineapple, diced
  • 1/2 cup mango, diced
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Mint leaves and coconut flakes for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the chia seeds with the coconut milk and stir well. Let it sit for about 30 minutes or until the chia seeds have absorbed the liquid and formed a pudding like consistency. Stir in the diced pineapple, mango, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are well combined.

Chef’s Insight

The balance of sweetness from the fruit and maple syrup, combined with the warmth of the spices, creates a symphony of flavors that will transport you to a Caribbean paradise.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the recipe to your taste preferences, adding more or less sweetener or spices as desired.

Cultural or Historical Background

Chia seeds have been consumed for centuries by the Aztecs and Mayans. Coconut milk is commonly used in Caribbean cuisine due to its abundance and versatility.