“Chocolate” Chia Pudding!

Hey my Scrumptious Chocolate Chips!

Have you all watched Hungry For Change? I watched it Thursday and I LOVED it. It is now officially my favorite film EVER. I want to watch it a few more times while it’s still up online for free (it’s there for free until March 31^st, so if you haven’t had the chance to watch it yet, go do it NOW!). Also, I can type up my notes from it and share them with you if you’d like. Just leave me a note in the comments about it if you want me too and I will!

I have a little something for you.

As Hungry For Change talked about simplifying, I thought I’d give you a recipe for a delicious chocolate treat that is high in nutrients and omegas and just super delicious!

Here it is.

My “Chocolate” Chia Pudding!

In a large bowl, add the almond milk (make sure to add this first), chia seeds, carob powder, and agave nectar.

And whisk them all together….

….Until all the clumps are gone.

Then top with plastic wrap….

… And place it in the fridge for 1-2 hours, or overnight, until thickened.

Take it out, stir it up and eat it up!

“Chocolate” Chia Pudding!

Serves one

Ingredients

• 2/3 cup – 3/4 cup unsweetened almond milk (or other milk of choice)
  
• 2 Tbsp. chia seeds
  
• 1 ½ Tbsp carob powder
  
• 1 tsp agave nectar or honey (or 1 packet stevia)
  

Top with a small handful of chia seeds and chocolate chips if desired

Directions

In a large bowl, add the almond milk (make sure to add this first), chia seeds, carob powder, and agave nectar. Whisk them all together until all of the clumps are gone.

Top with plastic wrap and place it in the fridge for 1-2 hours, or overnight, until thickened.

Take it out, stir it up and eat it up!

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Note: If you don’t have carob powder, you can use cacao powder in its place, or cocoa powder with a bit more sweetener, as the carob and cacao powders have a light sweetness to them.

Health benefits:

Chia is an excellent vegetarian source of omega fatty acids, an easily digestible form of protein, and is full of minerals, vitamins, and soluble fiber.  It also contains more natural antioxidants than flaxseed and is an excellent source of dietary fiber.

Carob is rich in B-vitamins and minerals such as calcium, potassium, iron, copper, and manganese; it is also a good source of fiber and protein. In additional to being naturally caffeine-free, carob also contains pectin, which lowers cholesterol levels and decreases your risk for heart disease.

This pudding has 12 grams of healthful fats, over 12 grams of fiber, over 7 grams of protein, over 40% of the DRV for calcium, and is rich in both iron and vitamin E.

Nom.

Nom.

Nom.

SO good.

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Have you watched Hungry For Change? What are your thoughts on it?

Do you like Carob? I love using carob for late-night treats so it won’t keep me up. I also love using it to sweeten dishes naturally and add a chocolaty flavor.

Do you like Chia? I love using chia to make pudding (like this), as “eggs,” and in baked goods to add a fabulous texture and omegas.

xoxox,

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