Chocolate Banana Chia Seed Pudding

 Chocolate and banana are one the best combos! Right?! Why not mix them together in this amazing chocolate banana chia seed pudding. Chia seeds make a great thickener for pudding. They're packed with omega-3, iron, calcium, protein, and fiber. This pudding is healthy enough for breakfast but, decadent for dessert too. YUM!

Chocolate Banana Chia Seed Pudding

Servings: 1

Ingredients:

Pudding:

1 banana

1 cup dairy-free milk

1 tbs. cocoa or carob powder

1/4 tsp. vanilla extract 

1 packet truvia or 2 tsp. pure maple syrup (optional)

2 Tbs. trader joes organic chia seeds

Toppings: (optional)

4 banana slices 

1 tbs. silvered almonds 

Directions:

1. In a food processor combine banana, dairy-free milk, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and sweetener. 

2. In a small bowl combine pudding mixture with chia seeds. Stir until mixture slightly thickens. 

3. Cover bowl. Let the pudding mixture thicken in the freezer for 15-30 min. before serving. 

4. Top with toppings if desired. 

Notes:

Recipe source: ahappyharvest