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Chocolate Cherry Chia Pudding Parfaits Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delight in these luscious Chocolate Cherry Chia Pudding Parfaits, a healthy and creamy treat featuring rich avocado-based chocolate pudding layered with naturally sweetened cherry chia pudding. This nutrient-packed dessert combines wholesome ingredients like ripe avocado, banana, chia seeds, and fresh cherries, making it not only delicious but also nourishing. Perfect for a make-ahead dessert or a satisfying snack.

Ingredients

Chocolate Pudding

  • 2 avocados
  • 1 banana
  • 1/4 cup Hershey’s Special Dark Cocoa
  • 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup

Chia Pudding

  • 1/4 cup chia seeds
  • 1 cup oat milk (or milk of your choice)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup sweet cherries, chopped

Toppings

  • 2 tablespoons sweet cherries, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon cacao nibs

Instructions

  1. Make the chia pudding: Add the chia seeds, oat milk, chopped cherries, and vanilla extract to a storage container. Stir to combine thoroughly, then let the mixture sit for 5 minutes and stir again to prevent clumping. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow the chia seeds to absorb the liquid and thicken into a pudding-like texture.
  2. Make the chocolate pudding: In a food processor, blend the avocados and banana until completely smooth and creamy. Sift in the dark cocoa powder and add the maple syrup. Blend again until all ingredients are fully incorporated and the pudding is silky. Taste and adjust sweetness as desired.
  3. Chill the chocolate pudding: Spoon the chocolate pudding into serving dishes and refrigerate until the chia pudding is ready, ensuring both components are nicely chilled.
  4. Assemble the parfaits: When ready to serve, layer the chocolate pudding and the prepared chia pudding in parfait glasses or bowls. Top with additional chopped cherries and a sprinkle of cacao nibs or shaved dark chocolate for added texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Use ripe avocados and banana for a naturally sweet and creamy pudding base.
  • For a different taste, substitute oat milk with almond, soy, or coconut milk according to preference.
  • Allow the chia pudding to chill for at least 2 hours to fully thicken; overnight refrigeration yields the best consistency.
  • Maple syrup can be replaced with honey or agave nectar if preferred.
  • For extra crunch, add toasted nuts or granola as a topping.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://sarabaking.com/chocolate-cherry-chia-pudding-parfaits-recipe/