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ByLeslie Morrison Posted on January 20, 2018January 24, 2018 43
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Are you ready for Valentine’s Day?
Valentine’s day is almost here! Anyone already have their plans set for love day? I guaranteemy husband hasn’t even thought about our plans yet! Not that I’m worried, it’s still pretty early. Really early actually. But, that is precicelywhy I’m posting this vegan chocolatepudding recipe now. So YOU have time to get your plans squared away.
If you are anything like I am, the thought of waiting the better part of an hour for a table at a nice restauranton Valentine’s isn’t quite your idea of a good time. I loathe crowds and my goodness, don’t make this woman wait to eat, lol! If you’ve ever wanted to know what Hulk would look like as a 5-foot strawberry blonde come swing by when I missed a meal because I was busy. Not my best moments I can assure you!
I prefer the coziness of home and a delicious home-cooked meal. Flexing my proverbial culinary muscles is fun once in a while and I enjoy the challenge of creating something new and surprising my husband. This year, I’m making this delicious vegan (and gluten free of course) chocolate pudding.
This vegan chocolate pudding isn’t your typically uber sweet pudding, this is a healthy antioxidantpacked chocolate pudding. Guilt-freegirls! I promise it’s still amazingly good too! If you prefer desserts on the sweeter side though, feel free to add 2 bananas rather than 1. The creaminess of the vegan chocolate pudding comes from the avocado and banana while the coconut milk lends a brightness along with the raspberries. A natural cacao powder is the chocolatecomponent and brings the decadence up a notch. Blend all the ingredients together in your Vitamix(or high power blender) and you are good to go!
To garnish or not to garnish this vegan chocolate pudding?
Feel free to customize your garnishes. I chose shredded coconut, toasted hazelnuts, and a homemade raspberry sauce for my garnishes and they really took the recipe from great to spectacular. If you are using a parfait styleglass, double the raspberry sauce and layer the pudding and sauce for a gorgeous effect. Remember, we eat with our eyes first!! Take this recipe and make it yours. Happy Valentine’s Day!
Other recipes for your Valentine’s day menu
Mushroom Risotto
Green beans with curried pecans
Spiced oatmeal chocolatechip cookies
XOXO - Leslie Morrison
Print Recipe
A smooth and creamy vegan chocolate pudding perfect for any celebration!
Votes: 2 Rate this recipe!
Rating: 4.5
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| Course | dessert, Holiday |
| Cuisine | gluten free, vegan |
| Prep Time | 5 minutes |
| Cook Time | 15 minutes |
| Passive Time | 1 hour |
| Servings | people |
Ingredients
- 1 cup coconut milk unsweetened
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup raspberries
- 1/2 cup cacao powder
- 1 whole banana very ripe, 2 bananas for a sweeter pudding
- 1 whole avocado
- 2 tbsp maple syrup*
Raspberry Sauce
- 1 1/4 cup raspberries
- 1/3 cup maple syrup*
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 pinch Salt
- 2 tbsp black chia seeds
Ingredients
Raspberry Sauce
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Votes: 2 Rate this recipe! |
Instructions
Gather ingredients and wash all produce
Add milk, vanilla, raspberries, avocado, cacao powder, banana, and maple syrup to vitamix
Cover with lid and turn on low
Slowly increase strength/speed
Add 1-2 tbsp more coconut milk if needed
Blend until silky smooth
Refrigerate pudding for 1 hour
Raspberry Sauce
Wash raspberries
Add berries, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt to pot
Using a fork, mash berries and mix ingredients
Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer for 5 more minutes
Stir ocassionally
Remove from heat and add chia seeds to thicken sauce
Refrigerate until ready to use
Recipe Notes
*honey may be substituted for maple syrup but is not vegan
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Leslie Morrison
Leslie holds a BS from Appalachian State University and received her culinary training in Raleigh, NC at Wake Technical Community College. She loves to spend time in her kitchen and with her family and friends. Her son, Logan, lights up her world and adores being in the kitchen and cooking with her as well.
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43 Comments
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WOW! This pudding looks DELICIOUS! And the ingredient combination sounds amazing. I would love to try this. Thank you for sharing,.
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Leslie Morrison
January 22, 2018
You should definitely try it!
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You make it look so easy! I´m definitely trying this recipe, just like you, I rather stay at home with my husband instead of going to a crowded place. Happy Valentine´s to you too!
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Leslie Morrison
January 22, 2018
It really is simple, I promise 😉 And you can even make the pudding the day before so you aren’t rushed!
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Such a delicious pudding for Valentine’s Day! I love the use of banana and avocado to make it vegan and more healthy. The garnishes are beautiful.
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Leslie Morrison
January 22, 2018
Thank you!
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I’m going to lick the bowl clean!
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Leslie Morrison
January 22, 2018
lol, guilty!
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This sounds so delicious and perfect for Valentine’s Day!! Love chocolate pudding and that looks so lush.. Could dig right in.
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This looks like a really good treat!
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This is perfect for Valentines Day! Looks amazing!
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Leslie Morrison
January 30, 2018
Thank you!
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This looks soooo good! It is a perfect vegan Valentine’s Day treat!
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🙂
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This sounds so good! I love that its vegan too. I will have to give it a try
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Leslie Morrison
January 30, 2018
Yes! Please do 🙂
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This is so beautiful. Perfect for a healthy Valentine’s Day!
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Wendy Abermoske
January 23, 2018
Looks awesome! The avocado is not in the ingredient list, I assume it is one whole avocado?
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Leslie Morrison
January 23, 2018
Oh my goodness! Yes, 1 whole avocado. Sorry about that :/
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I’ve been searching for vegan V-Day recipes! This looks perfect 🙂
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Leslie Morrison
January 24, 2018
Give it a try!
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Raspberry and chocolate are the two flavors that exemplify Valentine’s Day. This looks so rich and dreamy!
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Madison H.
January 23, 2018
These photos are beautiful! I want to try to make this treat just as pretty as yours! The texture looks just perfect!
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Leslie Morrison
January 30, 2018
It’s surprisingly simple! Yours will be gorgeous!
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I can’t believe it’s almost Valentine’s Day! I think this chocolate pudding looks so irresistible!
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Leslie Morrison
January 24, 2018
Thank you!
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Sarah
January 23, 2018
Looks so yummy and I’m loving the toppings! Raspberry and the toppings look like the perfect way to dress it up for Valentine’s!
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Leslie Morrison
January 24, 2018
I love raspberry sauce on just about anything!
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I love how you snuck both banana and avocado into this creamy pudding. It looks delicious!
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Leslie Morrison
January 24, 2018
😉 Banana and avocado are great bases for any creamy smoothie blend
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This is so beautiful, and perfect for Valentine’s Day! I especially love the recipe for the raspberry sauce.
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Leslie Morrison
January 24, 2018
The raspberry sauce really is the star here!
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I won’t tell anyone that this is full of healthy ingredients! It looks so delicious.
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Leslie Morrison
January 24, 2018
lol, sometimes that is for the best 🙂
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Avo chocolate pudding is a fav around my house as well but I really love the raspberry topping.
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this looks so delicious
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Leslie Morrison
January 24, 2018
🙂 glad you like the recipe!
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I would be SO HAPPY with this stunning bowl on Valentines… I love these flavors!
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Leslie Morrison
January 30, 2018
Thanks! Chocolate, raspberry, and hazelnut are some of my faves!
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This is really good recipe
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This looks super yummy! My daughter has never had pudding before and we can definitely try this recipe out.
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This recipe makes my mouth water and feel great about eating it (healthy!).
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This looks perfect for Valentine’s Day! I love that it’s so healthy too!
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Hi, I'm Leslie! Welcome to my blog. DeliciouslyPlated is all about food, life, handy kitchen tips, and kitchen related reviews. I'm so glad you have decided to join me on my adventures. Follow along as we indulge in kitchen shenanigans and the lighter side of things. Life is supposed to be fun, so join in and interact. I can't wait to hear about your kitchen shenanigans too!
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