Description
The Pomegranate Chia Pudding Parfait is a vibrant, nutritious, and easy-to-make treat combining creamy chia seed pudding with juicy pomegranate arils. This versatile parfait is perfect for breakfast, snack, or light dessert and offers a delightful mix of textures and flavors while being packed with antioxidants, fiber, and essential vitamins.
Ingredients
Scale
Chia Pudding Base
- 3 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 cup almond milk (or any milk of choice)
- 1–2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Fruit and Toppings
- 1/2 cup fresh pomegranate arils
- Optional: 1/4 cup Greek yogurt or plant-based yogurt for creaminess
- Optional garnishes: fresh mint leaves, cinnamon, toasted coconut flakes, crushed almonds or walnuts
Instructions
- Prepare the chia pudding: Combine chia seeds, almond milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract in a bowl or jar. Stir thoroughly to avoid clumps, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow it to thicken into a creamy pudding.
- Prepare the pomegranate: Carefully remove seeds from a fresh pomegranate, avoiding the bitter white pith. Set aside the juicy arils for layering.
- Layer the parfait: In clear serving glasses or jars, alternate layers of chia pudding and pomegranate arils. Optionally, add spoonfuls of Greek or plant-based yogurt between layers for added creaminess.
- Garnish and chill: Top with extra pomegranate seeds and a drizzle of maple syrup if desired. Chill the parfait for another 15-20 minutes before serving to meld flavors.
Notes
- Stir the pudding mixture immediately after mixing and again after 10 minutes to prevent clumping.
- Use fresh pomegranate arils whenever possible for optimal flavor and texture.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of maple syrup or honey according to personal taste.
- Layer the parfait in clear glasses to showcase the beautiful colors and textures.
- Prepare the pudding the night before for a quick and convenient breakfast or snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus at least 4 hours chilling)
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 parfait (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: chia pudding, pomegranate parfait, healthy breakfast, vegan dessert, gluten free snack, make-ahead parfait
