Chocolate Chia Pudding

Chocolate chia pudding is the perfect excuse to eat chocolate for breakfast, or to indulge in a decadent treat that is surprisingly healthy. Raw cacao is full of antioxidants, vitamins B1, B2, B3, B5, B9, and E, essential minerals such as magnesium, sulfur, calcium, zinc, iron, copper, and potassium, healthy fat, protein, and fiber. Do not get raw cacao confused with cocoa, which is processed and contains very little nutritional value. Top your pudding with your favorite berries, bananas, cherries, coconut, or chopped nuts, for even more flavor and nutrition. 

Chocolate Chia Pudding
(serves 4-6)

• 1 can coconut milk + 1 1/2 cup non-dairy milk
• 1/2 cup chia seeds
• 2 1/2 Tablespoons raw cacao powder
• 1-3 Tablespoons of maple syrup, depending on how sweet you like (I use grade B maple syrup)
• 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Wisk milk, cacao powder, maple syrup, and vanilla until smooth. Add chia seeds and mix again. Pour into serving dishes and refrigerate. This can be refrigerated for a few days.