Description
This healthy chocolate pudding is a creamy, dairy-free dessert made with ripe avocados, natural sweeteners, and rich cacao powder. Sweetened with Medjool dates and maple syrup, it offers a nutritious and delicious treat that is perfect for satisfying chocolate cravings without guilt. Ideal for a quick, no-cook recipe, it can be topped with fresh berries, whipped cream, or coconut flakes for added texture and flavor.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 4 Medjool dates
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1/2 cup oat milk
- 1/3 cup cacao powder
- 1/3 cup peanut butter or almond butter
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- Optional toppings: berries, whipped cream, or coconut flakes
Instructions
- Soak Dates: Soak the Medjool dates in some warm water for 10 minutes to soften them, then drain the water and remove the pits to prepare them for blending.
- Blend Ingredients: Add the soaked dates, ripe avocados, oat milk, cacao powder, your choice of peanut or almond butter, and maple syrup into a food processor or blender. Blend for about 1 minute or until the mixture is smooth and thoroughly combined, creating a creamy chocolate pudding consistency.
- Serve: Serve the pudding immediately topped with optional berries, whipped cream, or coconut flakes. For a chilled dessert, refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving if desired.
Notes
- Soaking the dates softens them for easier blending and smoother texture.
- Use ripe avocados for the creamiest pudding and best flavor.
- Adjust sweetness by adding more maple syrup if preferred.
- This pudding can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- For nut-free option, substitute peanut/almond butter with sunflower seed butter.
