Raw Chocolate Coconut Milk Pudding

Raw Chocolate Coconut Milk Pudding by Janine Weston for the 6/10/11 Healthy Potluck

Photo from www.sweetlyraw.com

My friend, Laurel, told me about making this one for her kiddos and I just had to try it out! This is a recipe for Raw Chocolate Coconut Chocolate Pudding that has the consistency of tapioca pudding with a little crunch. It contains chia seeds, which have a number of health benefits, including being rich in Omega 3s, energy, protein, fiber and antioxidants. It's made with a few ingredients, and takes no time at all! I adapted this recipe from Diet, Dessert, and Dogs. Also, if you want a fruity alternative, check out this alternate recipe for Strawberry Chia Mousse "Fluff."

1 can of whole coconut milk, stirred
1/4 c chia seeds (less for a thinner pudding)
2 T (or more) raw cocoa or carob powder
2 T maple syrup
1 t honey
1 t vanilla

1. Mix all ingredients EXCEPT chia seeds in the blender...unless of course, you want to elimminate the tapioca-like texture...if so, then blend those chia seeds with the rest of your ingredients.


2. Pour mixture into a glass bowl.
   


3. Stir in the chia seeds.


4. Let sit in fridge until cool.
   


5. The chia seeds will have absorbed much of the water, leaving you with a thick, lumpy pudding.


6. Serve with shredded coconut or some raw nuts!