Cacao Horchata Chia Pudding Parfait Recipe
This Cacao Horchata Chia Pudding Parfait is a deliciously creamy and nourishing layered breakfast or snack option, combining the rich flavors of cacao and cinnamon with the health benefits of chia seeds and coconut milk. Finished with crunchy cacao nibs and a hint of sweetness, this parfait is perfect for a wholesome and energizing start to your day.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
- Method: No cook, Refrigerate
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Chia Pudding
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (plus more for dusting)
- 1 cup light coconut milk (from a can)
Cacao Yogurt Layer
- 2 teaspoons cacao powder
- 1 cup vanilla coconut yogurt (or other vanilla yogurt of choice)
Toppings
- 1 tablespoon cacao nibs
- Optional: additional honey, cinnamon, and banana slices for serving
Instructions
- Prepare Chia Pudding: In a container, combine 1/4 cup chia seeds, 2 tablespoons maple syrup, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1 cup light coconut milk. Stir well to evenly distribute ingredients. Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour, preferably overnight, allowing the chia seeds to absorb liquid and thicken into pudding.
- Mix Cacao Yogurt: In a separate container, blend 2 teaspoons cacao powder into 1 cup vanilla coconut yogurt until smooth and well combined, creating a rich cacao yogurt layer.
- Layer Parfait: Spoon alternating layers of the chia pudding and cacao yogurt into serving jars or glasses. Start with a layer of chia pudding, followed by cacao yogurt, and repeat until the container is filled or the mixture is used up.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle the top with a dusting of cinnamon and 1 tablespoon cacao nibs for crunch and extra flavor.
- Serve and Enjoy: For added sweetness and texture, optionally drizzle more honey over the top and add banana slices. Serve chilled for a refreshing, nutritious parfait.
Notes
- Refrigerate the chia pudding mixture overnight for the best texture.
- You can substitute maple syrup with honey or agave nectar as preferred.
- Vanilla yogurt can be dairy or plant-based depending on your dietary preference.
- Use light coconut milk to keep fat content moderate but still maintain creaminess.
- Add fresh fruit toppings like banana or berries to enhance flavor and nutrition.
- This parfait can be prepared ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 parfait (approximately 1 cup)
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 45 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: chia pudding, cacao parfait, horchata inspired, vegan breakfast, coconut yogurt, healthy snack, layered dessert
