Silky Chocolate Pudding

If you’re looking for new ways to use tofu and are craving a sweet but healthy dessert, this recipe is for perfect. Silken tofu paired with dates, chocolate and maple syrup are blended up for the ultimate protein-packed pudding.

This recipe is:

• Decadent
• Creamy
• Protein-rich

If you love this pudding, try our Cranberry Lemon and Yogurt Muffins next.

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Servings 4

Calories 158.73 kcal

Equipment

• 1 blender

Ingredients

  

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• 1 block silken lite firm tofu (349g)* or soft dessert regular tofu
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 5-6 dates soaked for several hours
• 1-2 tbsp pure maple syrup or to taste
• 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

Instructions

 

• Soak dates in water for a few hours, then drain.
• Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth and creamy.
• Place into dishes and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes to set.

Notes

*Note: You can use either kind of tofu, but the silken variety will give you an extra creamy texture.

Recipe Cost Breakdown

Ingredients	Quantity	Measure	Cost
Silken Lite Firm Tofu	1	Block	2.97
Unswt. Cocoa powder	¼	Cup	0.58
Dates	6	Each	0.42
Maple Syrup	2	Tbsp	0.50
Vanilla extract	1	Tsp	0.14
Total			4.61
Cost per serving	6		1.15

Nutrition

Calories: 158.73kcalCarbohydrates: 31.59gProtein: 5.71gFat: 3.11gSaturated Fat: 0.73gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.38gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.69gSodium: 6.37mgPotassium: 512.58mgFiber: 3.7gSugar: 24.29gVitamin A: 13.41IUCalcium: 57.35mgIron: 1.83mg

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