Chocolate Chia Pudding

adapted from Bon Appetit

Makes 4-6 Servings

• 7 oz. Medjool dates (about 13), pitted
• 3 cups almond milk *
• ⅔ cup blanched almonds **
• 3 Tbsp. cocoa powder
• 2 tsp. vanilla extract
• 1 tsp. kosher salt
• 1 tsp. ground cinnamon
• ½ cup chia seeds

Blend dates, cashew milk, cashews, cocoa powder, vanilla, salt, and cinnamon in a blender on high speed until very smooth, about 1 minute. Transfer date milk to a quart-size jar or resealable container. Stir in chia seeds. Alternately, blend all ingredients in vitamix for smooth pudding.

Cover and chill at least 6 hours.

Do Ahead: Chia pudding can be made 5 days ahead. Keep chilled.

*sub. cashew, coconut, oat, soy milks

**sub. cashews, etc