The very first time I tasted an Outshine Pineapple fruit bar, I knew that I was meant to create a tropical Pina Colada Chia Pudding. Seriously, it was just meant to be.
Outshine Fruit Bars
Of course, Outshine fruit snacks are pretty delicious all on their own. And, most important, Outshine fruit bars are made with simple ingredients, real fruit and real fruit juice, and use no GMO ingredients.
As we near the end of summer (it was over 100 today in the desert), it is refreshing to have a healthy and refreshing snack alternative. They are great after a workout, as a simple dessert, or anytime I need to cool off and revive.
While I don’t have children at home, I know my grandchildren will enjoy the Outshine fruit bars, and their parents will be happy for the healthy option. Just knowing that real fruit is the number one ingredient makes me happy too.
Pina Colada Chia Pudding
Let’s get back to that Pina Colada Chia Pudding, shall we? After I tasted my pineapple Outshine fruit bar I was struck by how fresh and fruity it tasted. I love to get a little creative in the kitchen, so deciding to make a Pina Colada Chia Pudding was almost a no-brainer.
Chia seeds are an amazing plant-based superfood. They provide protein, fiber, calcium, manganese, magnesium, and five grams of Omega 3 fatty acids per one ounce serving. Chia seeds are loaded with antioxidents too. Plus, when moistened, like they are in this recipe, they absorb the liquid and become gel-like, and so are perfect as a thickener for pudding or sauces, and even as an egg substitute in baked goods.
Outshine also makes a creamy coconut fruit bar, but it has some dairy, so I stuck with the pineapple. If that is not an issue for you, this Pina Colada Chia Pudding would taste delicious with the coconut bar too.
- 3 Outshine Pineapple (or Creamy Coconut) Fruit Bars
- ½ cup chia seeds
- 1.5 cups coconut milk (from a carton)
- ½ cup coconut milk (full or reduced fat, from a can)
- 1-2 Tablespoons maple syrup (according to your sweetness preference)
- pinch of salt
- ½ cup fresh or frozen pineapple chunks
- Coconut chips or shredded coconut (for garnish)
- In a small bowl, combine the chia seeds, both types of coconut milk, maple syrup and salt.
- Gently mix together, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Spoon 3-4 tablespoons of the pudding into three serving bowls or glasses.
- Add a layer of the pineapple, saving a piece or two for garnish.
- Spoon the remainder of the pudding on top of the pineapple.
- Unwrap the Outshine Pineapple fruit bars and dip them into the pudding.
- Garnish with remaining pineapple and coconut chips.
Not only was this Pina Colada Chia Pudding delicious, it was also fun to eat. We used the Outshine pineapple fruit bar like a spoon so that we could indulge in the pudding along with a bite of the fruit bar! Kids would love this too! Who doesn’t love fun food?
I found my Outshine Fruit Bars at Target, but you can check here to find the nearest place to shop where you live. Would you like to know a little more about Outshine Fruit and Yogurt Bars? Check here.
What flavor Outshine fruit bar is calling your name? Check here for the full lineup. Have you made chia pudding before? Frankly, this was my first time and now I’m hooked! So delicious and good!
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What a fun idea! I love anything tropical flavored, so I’m sure I’d love this.
I love tropical too. I can imagine I’m in Hawaii! 🙂
What a fun recipe combo! Looks so refreshing. Thanks for joining meatless Monday today
It is refreshing. And fun to eat!
This looks SO good Debbie! I want this now!
Well, it’s really fast and easy to make…
What a creative idea, and looks so delicious!!
Thank you. It is really good and easy to make.
What a great idea! I love chia pudding and could so go for this right now- the humidity just won’t let up here!
We don’t have humidity, but it’s still really hot here. Can’t wait until fall weather!
I have to admit I’ve never had chia pudding before. I bet this tastes fantastic! We are finally out of the 90 degree weather zone thank goodness, but we still have a few hot days left!
Around here we are actually excited when it’s “only” 90 degrees!
That is such a great idea! How creative… and I bet it is delicious!
It is delicious! And easy to make!
This almost looks too pretty to eat! Yum….
Yes, but we managed. 🙂
How fun, summer isn’t over yet! These remind me of Poptails (popsicle cocktails) I had when we were in California a couple months ago. Thank you for linking up with us for Meatless Monday!
Ooh, those sound good. 🙂
Does that ever look yummy! It’s still hot here–can you believe it was 87 today?– so that really appeals to me.
Did you cut your hair? Looks so cute in that top pic!
I think it’s weird that so much of the country is still so hot. Here we expect it, but Chicago?
I just have my hair in a ponytail that is coming loose. 🙂 Though I really do need a haircut.
Such a good idea! I love chia pudding, and I need to try those fruit bars.
They make such a yummy and fun combination!
I have not ever tried chia pudding! Will need to do that!
This was my first time too! It won’t be my last. It’s really so easy to make.
This just sounds ad looks too good to be true! Yum.
It is really yummy.
That looks so festive and delicious. I’d have a hard time choosing between the pineapple and coconut!
Try both!
Such a fun snack. You have my mouth watering. I love Chia pudding and these flavor combos sound magical with a yummy popsicle treat!
I know! The tropical combination is so good!
Whoa, I would never think of this combo but it looks delicious and I want it RIGHT now. Such a great idea. Thanks for sharing!
yum yum yum….I have never had chia seed pudding, but this looks like a must-do. I love Outshine bars, though! And pineapple? hello? Totally tasty!!
Definitely saving this for later! pinned and printed!
I have always wanted to try chia pudding- this looks like a good excuse to give it a try! and I love all things pineapple, great choice!
I said this before and I am going to say this again, how friggin’ GENIUS!!! I really need to get on those chia seeds – in coconut milk, I know I would ADORE that consistency!!! YUM! And what a nice way to close out summer, although in Cali right now… IT IS HOT HOT HOT!!! UGH.
I’m a sucker for anything tropical, but I also love that it’s a chia pudding. Looks so delicious!
I can feel Summer coming Kathleen! This looks great plus it is healthy so win-win.
I can feel Summer coming Debbie! This looks great plus it is healthy so win-win.
LOL great minds think alike :). Those fruit bars look wonderful, I have never seen them. I just love chia as a dessert snack. I have never tried it in a smoothy, I think the dessert sounds better.
Kathleen
I’m crazy about chia seeds. I add them to smoothies, yogurt, and even to mug cakes. I just have trouble when making chia pudding. After I let the seeds sit for a while, the consistency get all lumpy. Is there a secret to making it a more uniform texture?
FYI, I also asked Kathleen about this 😉 It’s just something I would like to know.
Wonder Fabi
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Oh yum! Just seeing the pics of this chia pudding makes me feel like I am on the beach!
I have only made chia pudding 1 time before, and it did not turn out very well…So now I am inspired to try again ASAP!
Love the tropical flavors! <3 I'm going to have to make this to comfort myself in the fact that cold(er) weather has settled in here!
This was such a good post! Makes me want to trade my pumpkin drink for all things tropical! Thanks so much for linking up to Best of Blogs and I’m pinning again as a thank you!