Chocolate Cardamom Chia Pudding with Vanilla Coconut Yogurt

Chocolate Cardamom Chia Pudding with Vanilla Coconut Yogurt

Prep Time: 15 minutes (active), 4 hours (passive)

Cook Time: -

Servings: 2

Ingredients:

• ¼ cup chia seeds
• 1 cup milk (I use almond)
• 2 tbsp cocoa or cacao powder
• Pinch of salt
• 4 cardamom pod seeds, crushed (or ¼ tsp ground cardamom)
• 3 tbsp maple syrup or honey
• 4 - 6 oz coconut yogurt
• 1 tsp vanilla extract (or vanilla bean paste)
• Toppings: fruit, granola, nuts, cacao nibs

Directions:

1. In a large jar or bowl, whisk together the chia seeds, collagen powder, cardamom, salt, and cacao powder. Then add the almond milk and 2 tbsp maple syrup. Whisk well.
2. Let stand for 10-15 minutes, then whisk again until no clumps remain. Refrigerate overnight in the fridge (or at least 4 hours).
3. 4 hours later, or the next day, stir the chia pudding once more and divide into bowls.
4. In a small bowl, combine the coconut yogurt, vanilla, and a tbsp of maple syrup. Top the chia pudding with the coconut yogurt mixture.
5. Top with fruit, nuts, or other toppings as desired.