Cocoa Almond Coconut Chia Cream (Printable Version)

Rich cocoa chia cream with toasted almonds and coconut — a luscious no-bake treat.

# Ingredient List:

→ Cream Base

01 - 1 can (13.5 fl oz) full-fat unsweetened coconut milk
02 - 3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
03 - 3 tbsp pure maple syrup or agave nectar
04 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
05 - Pinch of sea salt

→ Chia Mixture

06 - 5 tbsp chia seeds

→ Almond & Coconut Topping

07 - 1.4 oz sliced almonds, toasted
08 - 1 oz unsweetened shredded coconut, toasted
09 - 1 tbsp dark chocolate shavings (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and sea salt until the mixture is smooth and no lumps remain.
02 - Add the chia seeds to the cocoa mixture and stir thoroughly to ensure even distribution throughout the liquid.
03 - Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight until the mixture thickens to a pudding-like consistency.
04 - Remove from the refrigerator and stir the chia cream well to break up any clumps that may have formed during chilling.
05 - Spoon the chilled chia cream evenly into four serving glasses or bowls.
06 - Top each portion with toasted sliced almonds, toasted shredded coconut, and dark chocolate shavings if desired. Serve immediately while cold.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes like dessert but quietly fuels you with omega 3s, fiber, and healthy fats.
  • Zero cooking means you can throw it together half asleep in your pajamas and still impress people later.
02 -
  • If you skip stirring halfway through chilling the chia seeds will settle into a solid brick at the bottom of the bowl.
  • Toasting the almonds and coconut in a dry skillet for two to three minutes transforms them from meh to absolutely addictive.
03 -
  • A quick stir at the one hour mark prevents the dreaded chia brick and gives you a perfectly even texture.
  • If you want it sweeter without more syrup, add a mashed banana to the base before chilling for natural sweetness and extra creaminess.

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