Tranquil Chia Seed and Mango Pudding

This easy pudding is a perfect summer dessert or snack. It's made with just a few simple ingredients, and it's gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan. The chia seeds give the pudding a thick, creamy texture, while the mango adds a touch of sweetness and tartness. The pudding is also flavored with vanilla extract and cardamom, and it's garnished with fresh mango slices and coconut flakes.

This recipe was inspired by my love of chia seed pudding and my favorite mango smoothie. I wanted to create a dessert that was both healthy and delicious, and that would be perfect for a hot summer day. I experimented with different ratios of almond milk to coconut milk, and I finally settled on a 1:1 ratio. I also added diced mango, honey, vanilla extract, cardamom, and a pinch of salt. The result is a pudding that is thick, creamy, and flavorful. It's the perfect way to cool down on a hot day, and it's also a great source of fiber, protein, and healthy fats.

Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk
• 1/2 cup chia seeds
• 1/2 cup fresh or frozen mango, diced
• 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
• Pinch of salt
• Mango slices, for garnish
• Coconut flakes, for garnish

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the almond milk, coconut milk, chia seeds, diced mango, honey, vanilla extract, cardamom, and salt.
2. Pour the mixture into individual serving glasses or jars.
3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
4. Before serving, stir the pudding and garnish with mango slices and coconut flakes.

Why It Works

• The chia seeds give the pudding a thick, creamy texture.
• The mango adds a touch of sweetness and tartness.
• The vanilla extract and cardamom add a touch of flavor.
• The pudding is easy to make and can be made ahead of time.