Coffee, banana and almond milk chia pot dessert

Author: The Healthy Food Guide TV Series

Photographer: The Healthy Food Guide TV Series

Chia pots are a great way to start the day! They also make a healthy and filling snack and are a handy dessert that can be made ahead of time.

Serves: 8

Time to make: 10 mins , plus 8 hrs, or overnight, chilling

Ingredients

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2 cups almond milk
1 cup chia seeds
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, plus extra for sprinkling
2 cups black coffee
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
4 teaspoons maple syrup
2 small ripe bananas, mashed
8 tablespoons reduced-fat natural yoghurt
4 pitted prunes, chopped
4 tablespoons whole almonds, chopped
2 oranges, pith removed, broken in segments

Instructions

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1 In a large bowl combine almond milk, chia seeds, vanilla, cinnamon, coffee, cocoa, maple syrup and banana. Stir well then chill in fridge for 8 hours, or overnight.

2 When ready to serve, divide chia mixture between 8 small glasses. Top with yoghurt and sprinkle with prunes, almonds and orange segments.

Variations

Make it gluten free: Check cocoa is gluten free.

Nutrition Info (per serve)

Calories 234 cal

Kilojoules 990 kJ

Protein 7 g

Total fat 11 g

Saturated fat 1 g

Carbohydrates 25 g

Sugar 14 g

Dietary fibre 11 g

Sodium 50 mg

Calcium 250 mg

Iron 1 mg

Note: This nutrition analysis is a guide only. Nutrition composition will vary depending on the exact ingredients used. See our guides on your optimal daily nutrition intake, and supermarket shopping.