Chocolate Coconut Chia Pudding

If you are looking for a healthy and not overly sweet treat, this chia pudding is just what you need!

Often after dinner, I am looking for something sweet.  Most nights I have some fruit but sometimes, fruit just doesn't cut it.  I want to chocolate.  And lots of it.  So this is when I make this pudding.  Or my Chocolate Avocado Pudding from The Everything Wheat-Free Diet Cookbook.  They satisfy my chocolate cravings while being healthy at the same time.  Perfection.

 I use raw cacao powder in this which is packed with antioxidants that help lower risk for certain diseases.  This pudding is gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan too for all of you suffering with allergies or sensitivities.   Chia seeds are also loaded with fiber, antioxidants and protein so this really is a healthy treat.  When liquid is added to chia seeds, they turn into a thick, gelatinous pudding-like bowl of deliciousness.  You need to try this!

Chocolate Coconut Chia Pudding

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Servings: 1 serving

Author: Lauren Kelly

Ingredients

• ▢ 2 tablespoons chia seeds
• ▢ ½ cup almond milk or milk of choice I used unsweetened Vanilla Almond Milk
• ▢ 1 teaspoon 100% maple syrup
• ▢ 1 tablespoon unsweetened shredded coconut more for topping if desired
• ▢ ⅛ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• ▢ 1 teaspoon raw cacao powder
• ▢ cacao nibs for topping

Instructions

• Place all of the ingredients in a small bowl and mix well.
• Cover with a lid.
• It may look watery, but allow it to sit overnight (or at least a few hours) for it to thicken.
• Top with cacao nibs and additional shredded coconut if desired. ENJOY!

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I love to top this with a whole bunch of cacao nibs because they are also loaded with antioxidants, iron and magnesium, but also give a wonderful crunchy texture.  I love adding nibs to oatmeal, smoothies, ice cream…you name it. They are a little bitter (they are pure cacao) but when added to something sweet, they lose their bitterness.  At least I think they do. 😉

Please let me know how much you love this! Have a great day~