Chocolate Chia Parfait

T his is the perfect holiday dessert, rich, creamy, elegant AND it’s good for you. Your guests will love it. And bonus: it’s really east to make.

Ingredients

Makes 3 double layer parfaits

• 1 1/3 cups unsweetened non-dairy milk
• 1/4 cup chia seeds
• 1/4 cup date sugar
• 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (non-alkalized)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Method

1. Put all ingredients in a bowl and mix well
2. Cover and let stand at room temperature for thirty minutes
3. Stir and place in the refrigerator, covered, for at least 6 hours (longer is ok)
4. Place alternate layers of pudding, unsweetened plant-based yogurt and fruit of your choice in a parfait glass, goblet or other suitable glass bowl

This is the perfect ending to a holiday meal!