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Banana Chocolate Chia Parfaits Recipe - Discover the best chia parfait recipe! Layers of chocolate chia pudding and coconut cream. Healthy, delicious, and easy

Banana Chocolate Chia Parfaits Recipe

These banana and chocolate chia parfait recipes offer a delightful and healthy dessert option. Layering rich chocolate chia pudding with creamy coconut milk, they are a fantastic treat that requires minimal effort. Perfect for a quick breakfast, a healthy snack, or a guilt-free dessert, these chia parfaits are sure to become a favorite. The combination of textures and flavors is simply irresistible.
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Prep Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 6
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups almond/coconut milk or your favorite milk
  • 1/3 cup chia seeds
  • 1/4 cup cacao or cocoa powder
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (OR 4 pitted + chopped medjool dates)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 can full fat canned coconut milk
  • seeds from 1/2 vanilla bean

Method
 

  1. For the Chocolate Chia Pudding: Combine 2 cups milk, 1/3 cup chia seeds, 1/4 cup cacao powder, 2 tbsp sweetener, 2 tsp vanilla extract, and 1/2 tsp salt in a bowl. Stir well.
  2. Cover the chocolate chia pudding and let it sit in the fridge overnight or for at least 4 hours until thickened. Blend until smooth and creamy using an immersion blender or in a high-speed blender for 30-60 seconds.
  3. For the Coconut Cream: Combine 1 can full fat coconut milk, 1/3 cup chia seeds, 2 tbsp sweetener, and the seeds from 1/2 vanilla bean in a separate bowl. Stir well.
  4. Cover the coconut cream mixture and place in the fridge for 1 hour, stirring every 20 minutes until thickened, or overnight until thick and creamy.
  5. To assemble: Spoon layers of the chocolate chia pudding and coconut cream into serving glasses or jars.
  6. Chill parfaits for at least 15 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh banana slices and a sprinkle of cacao nibs if desired.

Notes

- For an extra layer of flavor, add a layer of mashed ripe banana between the chocolate and coconut cream.
- Ensure your chia seeds are fresh for optimal thickening.
- Use full-fat canned coconut milk for the creamiest texture.