Chocolate Chia And Caramelised Date Pudding

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   Into a blender / Nutribullet place the cacao power, maple syrup, coconut milk and avocado

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   Blitz until smooth and creamy (have a taste- if it is not sweet enough for you add a little more maple syrup- 1 tsp at a time until desired sweetness)

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   Add in the chia seeds and stir in to the mixture with a spoon until fully combined

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   Pour in to separate jars / dishes (2 larger portions or 4 smaller ones)

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   Leave in the fridge to allow the chia seeds to swell and set for a least 2 hrs

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   Whilst that's in the fridge, place your pitted dates in to a pan with 4 tbsp water, bring to boil and then simmer for 3-4 minutes

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   As they soften, break them down with a spoon (add 1tbsp extra water if they start to stick) and keep stirring until all the water has been dissolved and you are left with a thick caramelised date paste (set aside to cool for at least 1 hr)

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   Once set and using a small spoon make a well in the middle of the centre of the pudding

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   Place about 1.5 teaspoons caramelised date in to the centre of the pudding

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    Cover with cacao nibs and raspberries and save straight away or leave in the fridge for up to 3 days

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    (The date paste will keep for up to 3 weeks)

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.