Passionfruit Chia Pudding (Print View)

Chia and coconut fusion with tropical passionfruit and fresh coconut topping, ideal for a light, healthy start.

# Components:

→ Chia Pudding Base

01 - 1 2/3 cups coconut milk, full fat canned
02 - 1/3 cup chia seeds
03 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup
04 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
05 - Pinch of sea salt

→ Passionfruit Purée

06 - 4 passionfruits, pulp only
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
08 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup

→ Toppings

09 - 1/3 cup fresh coconut, thinly sliced
10 - Additional passionfruit pulp for garnish
11 - Fresh mint leaves for garnish

# Method:

01 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together coconut milk, chia seeds, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and sea salt until thoroughly combined.
02 - Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes, then stir vigorously to prevent clumping and ensure even chia seed distribution.
03 - Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until the pudding reaches a thick and creamy consistency.
04 - In a small bowl, combine passionfruit pulp, lime juice, and maple syrup. Mix until well blended and adjust sweetness as desired.
05 - Divide the chilled chia pudding evenly into four serving glasses or bowls. Spoon the passionfruit purée generously over each portion.
06 - Top each serving with fresh coconut slices, additional passionfruit pulp, and mint leaves. Serve immediately while chilled.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes like you spent hours on it, but your hands barely touched a stove.
  • The pudding sits in your fridge overnight doing all the work while you sleep, making morning feel effortless.
  • Passionfruit brings this bright, unexpected flavor that makes people ask what's in it.
  • It works equally well spooned into a bowl at 7 a.m. or plated for dessert when friends stop by.
02 -
  • Chia seeds need liquid to work; if your pudding feels too thin after overnight chilling, add a splash more coconut milk in the morning rather than more chia, which would turn it into concrete.
  • Passionfruit wrinkles are your friend—that puckered skin means peak sweetness, so don't skip the imperfect-looking ones at the market.
03 -
  • Chill your serving glasses in the freezer while the pudding sets; the contrast between cold glass and cold pudding makes every spoonful taste fresher.
  • If you can find fresh coconut at a market with a vendor, ask them to slice it thin for you—it costs nothing and saves your hands from the effort.
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