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Mango Chia Pudding is a refreshing and wholesome option when you want a light breakfast or a nutritious snack that doesn’t feel like a chore to make. You stir a few ingredients, let the chia seeds do their magic overnight, and top the pudding with mango before serving.

If you’re looking for a tropical take on chia pudding, this one doesn’t dissapoint.

Recipe Info

This recipe is:

Light and refreshing. The combination of creamy Greek yogurt, fresh mango, and a hint of lime makes for a bright and tropical treat.
Super simple and no-cook. Just mix, chill, and top—no oven or fancy tools needed.
Great for meal prep. Make it ahead and store in the fridge for up to 3 days, perfect for a grab-and-go breakfast or snack.

Making mango chia pudding for the first time? Read the ingredients notes, step-by-step instructions, and tips. If you’re familiar with the recipe, feel free to jump to the recipe card.

Extra Learning

Before we jump in, here are a few handy resources to help you nail this recipe:

Chia pudding 101. Our go-to guide for swaps, toppings, troubleshooting, and everything in between.

Ingredients and Substitutes

Chia seeds. These tiny little powerhouses soak up the liquid and swell into a delightful, pudding-like texture. No chia pudding without them.
Non-fat Greek yogurt. This gives your pudding that creamy, rich texture plus a nice protein boost. Non-fat keeps things lighter, but you could use any yogurt you like.
Milk of choice. Whether it’s cow’s milk, almond, oat, coconut, or soy, pick your favorite. Adjust the sweetener if you opt for a sweetened variety.
Sweetener. Use your preferred sweetener—think honey, maple syrup, or agave—to add just the right touch of sweetness.
Mango pulp. Fresh, frozen, or canned all work beautifully.
Lime juice (optional). A splash adds a zesty brightness that pairs perfectly with mango, but feel free to skip it or substitute with lemon juice.

Step-by-Step: How to Make Mango Chia Pudding

Combine the creamy base. In a bowl or jar, whisk together the non-fat Greek yogurt, milk of your choice, and sweetener until fully blended and smooth.
Add the chia seeds. Stir in the chia seeds thoroughly, making sure they’re evenly distributed so no clumps sneak in.

Greek yogurt chia pudding add ingredients — Mix chia seeds, Greek yogurt, milk, and

Greek yogurt chia pudding mix — Mix chia seeds, Greek yogurt, milk, and

Chill out. Cover the mixture and pop it in the fridge for at least 3 hours. This gives those chia seeds time to absorb the liquid and thicken into pudding consistency.

Greek yogurt chia breakfast pudding — Refrigerate for 3 hours or overnight

Prepare the mango pulp. If using frozen mango, gently defrost it on the stove with a splash of water over low heat, then blend until smooth. Fresh mango needs peeling, pitting, and then blending. Canned mango pulp is ready straight out of the jar.

Frozen mango in a saucepan — Thaw frozen mango with a little water

Mango puree in a saucepan — Thaw frozen mango with a little water

Add lime juice. Stir lime juice into the mango pulp to your liking for a fresh, tangy kick. Start with a gentle squeeze, taste, and repeat as long as the flavor improves.
Assemble and garnish. Spoon the mango pulp over your chilled chia pudding and top with your favorite goodies—think nuts, seeds, or a sprinkle of shredded coconut for that extra wow factor.

Adding the mango pulp — Top your chilled chia pudding with

Chia pudding topped with mango pulp process — Top your chilled chia pudding with

Mango flavored chia pudding served with blueberry nuts and dessicated coconut — Add your favorite mix-ins—nuts, berries, or shredded coconut—for extra texture and flavor

Variations

Vegan

To make this mango chia pudding vegan-friendly:

Swap the non-fat Greek yogurt for a plant-based yogurt like coconut, almond, or soy yogurt. Just a heads up—most plant-based yogurts have a bit less protein, so expect the protein content to dip from the original 14.4g.
Use a vegan sweetener such as maple syrup, agave nectar, or whatever you have on hand.

Meal Prep

This mango chia pudding is awesome for meal prep. Just multiply the ingredients depending on how many jars you want to make and you’re golden. Keep the mango pulp separately and top the pudding before serving.

Creamy mango chia pudding topped with blueberry nuts and coconut — Creamy mango chia pudding topped with blueberry, nuts and shredded coconut

High Protein

Want to up the protein? Stir in a scoop of protein powder (around 20g protein) into the milk and yogurt mix before adding the chia seeds.

Keep in mind:

Use a neutral or vanilla flavor for best taste. You can also play with tropical flavors.
Reduce the sweetener by half if your protein powder is already sweetened.
Add an extra half tablespoon of chia seeds to maintain a good texture.

Also, check out our protein powder chia pudding if you’re looking for a simple and flexible high-protein base.

	Protein per serving (g)
Regular	14.4
Regular + protein powder	34.4

Tips

Use frozen mango for convenience. Frozen mango needs a bit more prep time than canned, but you can easily grab as much as you need and return the rest to the freezer.
Use oat milk to bump fiber a bit.

Storage

Mango chia pudding stays fresh in the fridge for up to 3 to 4 days. Pop it into airtight containers or jars, and hold off on adding any extra toppings until you’re ready to dig in.

Delicious mango chia pudding topped with fresh blueberries and nuts — Delicious mango chia pudding topped with fresh blueberries, nuts and shredded coconut

Similar Recipes to Try

Looking for more? Check out the following recipes:

Chia Pudding 101. Master the basics with a simple, no-fuss chia pudding recipe that’s perfect for customizing. Check it out if you want to make a version that skips the Greek yogurt.
Raspberry Chia Pudding. If you love the tropical vibe of mango chia pudding, this bright, fruity raspberry version offers a fresh twist with its tangy lemon kick.
Strawberry Chia Pudding. Similar to the previous one, but with strawberries. Perfect for strawberry season but works well year round with frozen strawberries, too.
Strawberry Matcha Chia Pudding. Strawberries and matcha. A delicious combo, even if you’re not particularly into matcha.
Chocolate Chia Pudding. Craving a chocolate twist on your chia routine? This creamy, rich pudding is an easy, indulgent way to shake things up.
Mango Overnight Oats. Want another breakfast meal prep recipe with mango? Try these.