Chocolate Raspberry Chia Parfaits

Vegan Chocolate Raspberry Chia Parfaits is a tasty and wholesome dessert option. They are made with chia seeds, almond milk, and cocoa powder. Whether you are a vegan user or not, this dessert is great for you. It is a fantastic method to indulge your sweet taste without feeling bad about it. You can prepare this dish in simple methods and items. This dessert is a great pick for people with particular dietary needs because it is also free of gluten and soy. This dessert is suitable for each day and can be served for dinner, breakfast, or lunch. To make the perfect parfait, carefully follow the instructions listed below.

EQUIPMENT:

• One bowl
• Food blender machine
• Small dish
• Masher
• Glass jars

INGREDIENTS:

For the Chia Pudding

• Quarter cup Chia seeds
• 3/4 cup Almond blaze unsweetened almond milk
• One tbsp. Maple syrup

For the Chocolate Banana Mousse:

• One ripe large banana
• One tbsp. raw cocoa powder
• One tbsp. of Almond blaze almond milk (unsweetened)
• 1 tbsp. butter (Almond)
• 2 tbsp. of chia seeds

For the Raspberries:

• One cup of Fresh Raspberries

Toppings:

• Cut raspberries
• Shredded coconut
• Pumpkin seeds
• Slices of strawberries

INGREDIENT NOTES

Raspberries:

• I used fresh raspberries to prepare this parfait. Frozen raspberries also go nicely with this dessert recipe.

Almond milk:

• It gives the parfait an exclusive and solid texture. Any type of vegan-friendly milk option also works.

Banana:

• We used ripe and indulgent bananas so that it mashed well.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Add maple syrup, milk (Almond), and chia seeds to a bowl.
2. Mix well with a spoon and shift this bowl to a refrigerator for forty to fifty minutes.
3. Meanwhile, we prepare the banana mousse.
4. Add the milk (almond), cocoa, butter (almond), and banana to a blender machine.
5. Blend all items at high speed to form a creamy and smooth consistency.
6. Shift this creamy mixture to a dish (small).
7. Pour over two tablespoons of chia seeds.
8. Stir well and put this dish in the fridge.
9. Meanwhile, we will ready the raspberry layer.
10. Wash the fresh raspberries with normal water.
11. After that, smash raspberries with your hands or masher.

ASSEMBLING:

1. Take three glass jars to serve this dish.
2. Add the first layer of maple syrup mixture, and then pour over the banana mixture and the final step raspberry
3. layer.
4. Prepare the remaining two glasses in the same steps.
5. Decorate the jars with seeds of pumpkin, slice of raspberries, or shredded coconut.
6. The tasty and nutritious Vegan Chocolate Raspberry Chia Parfaits is ready.
7. Serve this dessert instantly or chill in the fridge for an hour before consuming.

VARIATIONS:

Fruits:

• You can use other types of fruits like peaches, strawberries, bananas, blueberries, kiwis, pineapples, or mangoes.

Sweeteners:

• Substitute the maple syrup with date syrup, and coconut sugar.

Nuts:

• Add some crunch to the parfait by including crushed nuts, such as almonds, pecans, or cashews.

Protein powder:

• Incorporate protein powder into the chia seed mixture for an extra protein boost.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

Smoothie:

• Serve the chia seed parfait with a vegan-friendly smoothie.

Chocolate sauce:

• Pair this dessert with chocolate sauce.

Fresh fruits:

• Enjoy it with fresh and sliced fruits.

TIPS:

• Utilize fresh and good textured chia seeds.
• Ensure to immerse the chia seeds in milk of almond for approximately two hours or twenty-four hours. This will give the chia seeds a creamy texture and aid in their absorption of the milk.
• Choose high-quality cocoa powder that is rich in flavor and has a good texture.
• They are important for the parfait. They provide a strong and sugary flavor that goes well with the chocolate and chia seeds.
• Arrange the parfait ingredients in layers to produce an appealingly pleasing meal. Overlaying the ingredients can result in an overly thick parfait.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

Fridge:

• You can stock up the chia parfaits for 1 week.

Freezer:

• Save the leftover chocolate raspberry in an airtight jar and freeze it for three to five weeks.

FAQs:

Is this dessert vegan-friendly?

• Yes, this dessert is completely vegan-friendly because it is made with plant-based components including maple syrup, milk of almond, and cocoa powder.

Which sort of plant-based milk goes well with this recipe?

• Milk of almond is used in this recipe; you can substitute other non-dairy milk such as milk of coconut, milk of oats, or milk of soy.

Can I substitute different kinds of chia seeds?

• You can use several kinds of chia seeds such as black or white chia seeds, but the nutritional value may differ slightly.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION/SERVING:

Serving size: one glass
Servings: 3 servings
Calories: 341 kcal
Carbohydrates: 44 g
Fiber: 18 g
Protein: 9 g
Sugar: 16 g
Total Fat: 16 g
Sodium: 140 mg
Iron: 3.8 mg