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Boosted Chia Pudding Parfait with Summer Fruits

This super simple and utterly delicious treat is perfect for a picnic or a quick dessert at home. Loved by toddlers, kids and adults alike, it’s light, refreshing, and packed with nutrients for growing children.

Serves 4-6 depending on children’s age and size.

Chia Pudding Layer

Ingredients:

Method:

  1. Combine the chia pudding sachet, chia seeds, coconut milk, maple syrup (or honey), and vanilla essence in a jar.

  2. Shake well to ensure no lumps form.

  3. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight until set.

Yoghurt Layer

  • 200g coconut yoghurt

Berry Layer

Ingredients:

  • A handful of blueberries

  • A handful of strawberries, hulled and chopped

  • A handful of raspberries

  • 1–2 peaches, diced

  • 1 x lemon, juiced

  • 2 tsp maple syrup or honey

Method:

  1. In a bowl, combine the blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, and peaches.

  2. Squeeze over the lemon juice and drizzle with maple syrup or honey.

  3. Mix gently and let sit for 10 minutes to macerate. (If preparing ahead, refrigerate until ready to use.)

Optional Crunch Topping Layer

  • A handful of chopped nuts

  • Freeze-dried fruit

 

    Assemble the Parfaits:

    1. In a serving glass or jar, layer the chia pudding, followed by a layer of coconut yoghurt, then a layer of the berry mixture.

    2. Repeat the layers one more time, finishing with the berries on top.

    Add Optional Toppings:

    Sprinkle with chopped nuts or freeze-dried fruit for added crunch and flavour.

    Serve:

    Enjoy immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Perfect for picnics or as a light dessert.

    Notes:

    1. For toddlers or young children, omit or finely chop the nuts for safety.

    2. Customisable: Swap out the summer fruits for whatever’s in season.

    3. Avoid using honey for babies under 1 year old.

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