Tropical Superfood-Charged Chia Puddings

Who said you can’t eat pudding for breakfast? With this tropical super-charged beauty, morning paradise is found! With the addition of vitamin C-rich camu camu, it’s an immune-boosting delight, perfect as we head into the reality of less sunshine as winter creeps upon us. But say aloha to further superfood goodness thanks to the addition of heart, gut, blood & brain supporting beetroot powder. And if superfood powders aren’t your cup of tea, no worries, this pudding/breakfast/anytime snack is still packed with nutrients to keep you full all day/afternoon/evening long. Have it your way, when and where you like…. Preferably in a little welcome corner of sunshine for maximum tropical vibes.  Enjoy!

Nutrition Bite: Chia Seeds – Tiny but mighty, chia seeds are a powerhouse of nutrition. They’re an excellent plant-based source of protein, helping to keep you sustained for longer. They’re also really high in heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids and fiber to keep things moving along smoothly.

Ingredients:

1.5 cups of coconut milk

2 tablespoons of coconut nectar (or maple syrup)

1 pinch of sea salt

1 teaspoon of vanilla extract

6 tablespoons of chia seeds

1.5 cups of frozen mango

1 level teaspoon of camu camu powder (optional)

½ cup of fresh or frozen raspberries

½ – 1  teaspoon of beetroot powder (optional)

Handful of fresh mint leaves, to garnish

Directions:

1. In a bowl or large jar, combine coconut milk, coconut nectar, vanilla, salt and chia seeds. Stir well to combine, and leave covered in the fridge to set for 6 hours, or ideally overnight. If you are doing it during the day, you can stir the pudding about half way through to make sure it thickens evenly. Defrost the mango and raspberries.
2. When the mango is defrosted, puree it along with the camu camu powder (if using). Crush the raspberries and beetroot powder (if using) with a fork. You want this to be chunkier than the mango puree. You can sweeten with additional coconut nectar or maple syrup, to taste.
3. Layer the chia seed mix, mango and raspberry in a glass or jar. Top with additional mango, fresh mint and nuts, seeds or coconut, if desired.
4. Enjoy!