Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding

Have you heard of chia seeds?  Yes...the same chia as in CHIA PETS, but without the pet part...and definitely more edible.  Chia seeds are the new superfood...high in omega 3s and good for staving off hunger due to their expanding properties!  Read more about the health benefits of chia seeds and obtain more recipes at the following site....http://www.chiaseedrecipes.com.

I found this recipe while doing a detox.  No wheat, no dairy, red meat, no....air.  But this recipe was a keeper because it made me feel like I was cheating and it gave me a great little chocolate fix.  The texture takes some getting used to and you should not be expecting the same smooth chocolate pudding-type texture that we are all accustomed to.  So, while Z and K were not really interested in trying it (their loss!)...it helped me over the detox hump and I've made it many times since.  Guilt-free chocolate pudding...need I say more??

Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding

1 1/4 cup almond milk
1/4 cup chia seeds
2 tbsp cocoa powder
1 - 2 tbsp agave nectar
chocolate chips for garnish (optional)

Whisk together all ingredients until cocoa lumps have dissolved.  Refrigerate until set (1 - 2 hours).  Garnish with a few sprinkled chocolate chips (but not if you are on detox or dairy-free).  Enjoy