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Peppermint Chocolate Pudding Parfaits

Peppermint Chocolate Pudding Parfaits
  • 15 min
    Prep Time
  • 30 min
    Total Time
  • 6 people
    Serves
  • 370 per 1 serving
    Calories

Ingredients

  • 6 tablespoons granulated sugar or coconut sugar
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 3 cups Pacific Foods™ Organic Unsweetened Almond Original Plant-Based Beverage
  • 3 ounces finely chopped dark chocolate, dairy free if needed, no more than 65% dark
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons crushed candy cane or 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract (can increase to 3 tablespoons crushed candy cane or 1/2 teaspoon extract, if desired)
  • 9 graham cracker
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar or coconut sugar
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil or butter
  • 1 can (about 14.5 ounces) full fat unsweetened coconut milk, refrigerated overnight
  • 1 tablespoon powdered sugar (can increase to 3 tablespoons, if desired)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Step 1

    In a medium sized saucepan whisk together the first amounts of sugar and cocoa powder, cornstarch and first amount of salt. Turn the heat on to medium-low and slowly whisk in the almond milk until all the lumps are gone. 

  • Step 2

    Cook for 10 minutes or until the mixture starts to thicken, stirring ccasionally being sure to scrape the sides and bottom of the pan.  

  • Step 3

    When the mixture is thick enough that it coats the back of a spoon, stir in the dark chocolate and crushed candy canes. Continue to stir for another 2 to 3 minutes or until the chocolate is fully incorporated and candy canes are dissolved. 

  • Step 4

    Pour the pudding into a bowl and lay a piece of plastic wrap directly onto the top of the pudding. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until it's chilled. 

  • Step 5

    In the bowl of a food processor add graham crackers and the second amounts of sugar, cocoa powder and salt. Process the mixture until it resembles sand. Slowly add in the melted coconut oil or butter and pulse until the crumbs start to come together. It should look like wet sand. Set aside.

  • Step 6

    Remove the canned coconut milk from the fridge being careful not to tip or shake it. Open the can and remove the coconut cream from the top, placing it in the bowl of a stand mixer (reserve the coconut water for another use). Use the whisk attachment to beat the coconut cream for 2 to 3 minutes or until light and fluffy, on medium-high speed. Add in the powdered sugar and vanilla and beat another 2 to 3 minutes on medium speed.

  • Step 7

    To assemble the parfaits, divide half of the chocolate graham cracker crumbs evenly into 6-8 glasses, jars or bowls. Top the crumbs evenly with half of the pudding. Repeat the steps once more and top with any extra graham crumbs, the coconut whipped cream and crushed candy canes.

Calories 370
Total Fat 26 g
Sat. Fat 19.6 g
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 1 mg
Sodium 247 mg
Total Carb 34 g
Dietary Fiber 3 g
Sugar 15 g
Protein 4 g
Vitamin D 5 %DV
Calcium 4 %DV
Iron 25 %DV
Potassium 7 %DV

This nutritional information refers to each serving of the entire recipe and not just the products used as ingredients.