Chocolate Chia Pudding

Chocolate Chia Pudding

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cup unsweetened almond milk (or nut-free milk alternative like Hemp, Coconut, or Rice)
• 1/3 cup chia seeds
• ¼ cup cacao or unsweetened cocoa powder
• 3 tbsp. maple syrup or 6 Medjool dates
• ½ tsp cinnamon (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (optional)
• pinch sea salt

Instructions

1. Add all ingredients except sweetener to a mixing bowl and whisk vigorously to combine.
2. Refrigerate overnight or at least 3-5 hours (or until it’s achieved a pudding-like consistency).
3. Place in blender and blend on high until completely smooth and creamy. Sweeten with maple syrup or dates to taste.
4. Keep leftovers covered in the fridge for 2-3 days
5. Serve chilled with desired toppings, such as fruit, granola or coconut whipped cream.

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