Decadent German Chocolate Chia Pudding
Decadent German Chocolate Chia Pudding
I’ve had some extra time to be creative during COVID quarantine. Breakfasts have become slow family affairs which has been a fun time to experiment with new recipes. Chia pudding is a simple make-ahead option that is in our normal repertoire. This week I decided to make it more exciting with a decedent sauce made from whole, nourishing ingredients. Beyond breakfast, this recipe is delicious enough to be dessert!
Chia seeds are the edible seeds of a flowering plant in the mint family. They are rich in soluble fiber and a good source of short-chain omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, iron, and calcium. When soaked, chia seeds absorb up to 12 times their weight in liquid. The soaked seeds have a gel-like texture that can work as an egg replacement in recipes or, in the case of this recipe, create a tapioca pudding-like product.
Enjoy!
Decadent German Chocolate Chia Pudding
Author: Erica Leazenby
Serves: 4
Time: 10 minute plus 1 hour chilling time
Chocolate Pudding:
1 cup non-dairy milk of choice (I use cashew milk, but you may try almond milk or oat milk)
1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk
1/2 cup chia seeds
2 Tablespoons cocoa powder
2 Tablespoons maple syrup (or try monk fruit syrup for zero sugar)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
Pinch of salt
Coconut Pecan Date Sauce:
4 large Medjool dates, pitted and soaked in warm water until soft
1/4 cup water
1/4 teaspoon vanilla
Pinch of salt
2 Tablespoons pecans (Optional: toast for richer flavor)
2 Tablespoons unsweetened coconut flakes (Optional: toast for richer flavor)
Directions:
Drain the dates and place them in a food processor or blender with a 1/4 cup water, the vanilla and salt. Blend until the mixture is a smooth consistency. Stir in the the coconut and pecans by hand.
In a mixing bowl whisk together all the ingredients for the pudding. Pour the mixture into four containers. Top with a quarter of the coconut pecan sauce and garnish as desired with extra pecans and coconut.
Chill the pudding for approximately 1 hour before serving.
Calories per serving: 310, Fat: 22g, Total carbs: 28.5, Fiber 12g, Sugar 11.5, Protein 8g
References:
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/291334#tips