Cocoa Hazelnut Coconut Chia Parfait (Printable Version)
Layered chocolate chia pudding with coconut cream and caramelized hazelnuts
# Ingredient List:
→ Chia Pudding
01 - 1/4 cup chia seeds
02 - 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk (carton)
03 - 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
04 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - Pinch of salt
→ Coconut Layer
07 - 1 cup unsweetened coconut yogurt
08 - 2 tablespoons shredded unsweetened coconut
→ Hazelnut Crunch
09 - 1/2 cup hazelnuts, toasted and chopped
10 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup
11 - Pinch of sea salt
→ Toppings
12 - 2 tablespoons dark chocolate shavings (70% or higher)
13 - 2 tablespoons toasted coconut flakes
14 - Extra hazelnuts, chopped
# How to Make It:
01 - Whisk together chia seeds, coconut milk, maple syrup, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and salt in a medium bowl until fully combined. Let stand for 5 minutes, then whisk again to break up any clumps. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight until thickened.
02 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Toss hazelnuts with maple syrup and sea salt on a baking sheet. Bake for 8–10 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until golden and fragrant. Let cool completely, then roughly chop.
03 - Combine coconut yogurt with shredded coconut in a separate bowl. Stir until evenly distributed.
04 - Layer chia pudding, coconut yogurt mixture, and hazelnut crunch in 4 glasses or jars. Repeat layers if desired for taller parfaits.
05 - Top each parfait with chocolate shavings, toasted coconut flakes, and extra chopped hazelnuts. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Its make ahead friendly so breakfast is ready when you wake up
- The texture contrast between creamy pudding and crunchy hazelnuts is absolutely worth it
02 -
- Chia pudding needs at least 2 hours to thicken properly
- Watch the hazelnuts closely in the oven because they go from perfect to burned fast
03 -
- Toast extra coconut flakes and hazelnuts to keep on hand for quick breakfast bowls
- Use an immersion blender if you want the chia pudding completely smooth