Vegan and Gluten Free Choco-Chia Raspberry Pudding

Oh man....remember all those annoying Jell-O commercials with Bill Cosby and pudding.  Ah the '80's and 90's.  Man, why did I have to think of that?  That voice of his makes me want to take the darn pudding and spoon it into my ears so I won't hear him.

 But yeah, uh....please don't try that home.  I'm thinking that that isn't the best idea.  Much better in your mouth.  This recipe is super easy.  Chia seeds are pretty fascinating.  I mean, yeah, they sprout, but they also are high in protein and can be used as a thickening agent.  This dessert is another protein packed and guilt free indulgent.  Keep in mind that when mixed with liquid, the chia seeds become a bit gelatinous.  So if you are not a fan of of the jelly-like texture, add in an extra step and throw your mixture in the blender until it is smooth.

I love the addition of the raspberries.  They are beautiful and fresh right now, so why not include them???

They also remind me of my childhood.  I used to love running down the hill and finding our raspberry bushes and just sitting there on a hot summer day snacking away!  I mean come on, every kid needs to experience that!

Vegan and Gluten Free Choco-Chia Raspberry Pudding

 Ingredients/Directions:

1 c almond milk (or your choice of non dairy milk)

1/4 c chia seeds

3-4 tbsp cocoa powder

dash sea salt

1 tbsp agave nectar

half a handful of raspberries

In a mason jar, or a jar with a lid, add in all ingredients except for the raspberries.  Shake the jar like a mad man, then place in refrigerator for about 4 hours.  This will become thick!  When time to eat, add in raspberries and stir.