Chocolate Covered Strawberry Chia Seed Pudding (Vegan)

Adapted from Fitliving Eats - Nothing says Valentine's Day or any other special occasion more than a chocolate covered strawberry.  The chia seeds and cacao powder in this recipe amps up the nutrient profile of this healthy treat and unleashes its superfood powers.

INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup almond milk
• 4 Tablespoons chia seeds
• 2–3 Tablespoons cacao or unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 Teaspoon monk fruit sweetener
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
• Pinch of pink Himalayan salt

Strawberry filling:

• 3/4 cup strawberries, sliced
• 1 Teaspoon monk fruit sweetener
• 1/4 cup sliced almonds

INSTRUCTIONS​

1. Combine all of the chia seed pudding ingredients in a small mixing bowl and whisk to combine. Pour into a sealed container and place in the fridge overnight, or for at least 3-5 hours until the mixture has thickened to a pudding-like texture.
2. At the same time, slice the strawberries and toss with monk fruit sweetener to coat. Cover with saran wrap and place in the fridge to macerate (aka get the juices flowing!). Strawberries can be left in the refrigerator until the chia seed pudding is ready to serve.
3. To assemble: lightly mash the strawberries to resemble a jam-like texture. Pour half of the mashed strawberries in the bottom of 2 serving bowls or jars. Sprinkle with sliced almonds and top with half of the chia seed pudding, distributing evenly. Distribute the remaining mashed strawberries among the 2 jars and top with the remaining sliced almonds and chia seed pudding. Garnish with extra sliced strawberries and almonds. Grab a spoon and enjoy!

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