Creamy, naturally sweet, and packed with wholesome ingredients, this Papaya Coconut Pudding is a nourishing dessert that can be enjoyed without guilt. Made with ripe papaya, skimmed milk, oats, grated coconut, and chia seeds, it offers a delicious blend of flavour and nutrition in every spoonful. Naturally sweetened with jaggery or honey, this easy-to-make pudding is rich in fibre, protein, healthy fats, vitamins, and antioxidants, making it a satisfying choice for breakfast, a healthy snack, or dessert.
Ingredients (Per Serving)
- Skimmed milk (cold) – 250 ml
- Dry roasted oats – 20 g
- Ripe papaya – 100 g
- Grated coconut – 15 g
- Chia seeds – 10 g
- jaggery/honey - 5g
Step-by-Step Method
- Wash and peel the papaya and make a puree.
- Add the papaya puree, oats , milk, grated coconut to a blender.
- Blend it for 40 -50 seconds.
- Add the chia seeds.
- Pour into a cup and let it set for few hours in refrigerator.
- Top up with desiccated coconut and serve .
Why This Pudding Is a Good Choice
- High in vitamin A, important for eye and skin health.
- Contains fibre, which supports digestion and helps you feel full.
- Papaya provides the enzyme Papain, which helps break down proteins during digestion.
- Coconut contributes healthy fats which gives a feeling of satiety for longer period of time.
- Naturally sweetened by honey ,dates or jaggery. No need for added sugar.
| Nutritional Composition (Per Serving) | |
|---|---|
| Protein | 14 grams |
| Fat | 17 grams |
| Carbohydrates | 37 grams |
| Total Calories | 359 Kcal |
How to Make This Recipe Even Healthier:
- Flaxseeds can be added to increase fibre and omega-3 fatty acids.
- Hemp seeds can be added to increase protein and healthy fats.
- Avocado can be added to provide healthy fats and fibre.
- Turmeric with a pinch of black pepper can be added for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
- Pumpkin seeds can be added to increase healthy fats and protein.
- Cinnamon can be added to enhance flavour and provide antioxidants.
- Whey protein can be added to increase the protein content of the pudding.
- A mix of nuts and seeds can be added to increase fibre, healthy fats, and protein.
