Description

This vibrant Butterfly Pea Chia Pudding Parfait is a delicious, healthy, and visually stunning layered treat perfect for breakfast or dessert. Infused with the natural blue hue of butterfly pea flowers, it combines creamy chia pudding with Greek or coconut yogurt, crunchy granola, and fresh mixed berries, garnished with mint. Easy to prepare with no baking required, it’s a refreshing and nutritious way to start your day or enjoy a light sweet treat.

Ingredients

Scale

Chia Pudding Base

2 cups unsweetened almond milk
3 tablespoons butterfly pea flowers or 1 teaspoon butterfly pea powder
1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup chia seeds

Parfait Layers and Garnish

1 cup Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt
1 cup granola
1 cup mixed berries (blueberries, strawberries, raspberries)
Fresh mint leaves for garnish

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Instructions

Steep Butterfly Pea Flowers: Warm the almond milk slightly in a small saucepan, then add the butterfly pea flowers or powder. Let it steep for 5 to 10 minutes until the liquid turns a vibrant blue. If using whole flowers, strain them out to leave only the colored liquid.
Sweeten and Flavor: Stir in the maple syrup and vanilla extract into the butterfly pea infused almond milk until well combined.
Add Chia Seeds: Whisk the chia seeds thoroughly into the liquid, making sure they’re evenly dispersed to prevent clumping.
Refrigerate to Thicken: Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the chia seeds to absorb the liquid and form a thick pudding.
Assemble the Parfaits: Once the chia pudding has set, start layering in serving glasses or jars. Begin with a layer of chia pudding, then add a layer of yogurt followed by granola and fresh mixed berries. Repeat the layers if desired to fill the glass.
Garnish and Serve: Top each parfait with fresh mint leaves for a refreshing finish. Serve chilled immediately for the best texture and flavor.

Notes

Adjust the sweetness to your preference by adding more or less maple syrup or honey.
Use coconut milk instead of almond milk for a creamier chia pudding texture.
To create a purple hue and add a tangy twist, add a squeeze of lemon juice to part of the chia pudding after steeping.
This parfait can easily be customized with different fruits or granola varieties according to your taste.