Almond Pudding With Carob

Photo: Belsandia

Ingredients

cup raw almonds, slivered

3 cups plain rice milk, almond milk, or soy

3 1/2 tablespoons arrowroot powder

4 tablespoons unsweetened carob powder, roasted

cup maple syrup

2 teaspoons almond extract

1/4 teaspoon unprocessed sea salt

Preparation

Heat a small pan over low heat and add the almond slivers. Stir frequently and dry-roast them until fragrant. Set aside to cool, and then finely chop them.

Place half a cup of the milk in a bowl and stir in arrowroot powder until dissolved. Set aside.

In a saucepan over medium heat, whisk together the remaining milk, carob powder, maple syrup, almond extract, and salt. Bring to a boil and add the arrowroot solution into the pan while stirring. Bring pudding to a boiling simmer and cook no longer than 1 minute.

Stir in the chopped almonds and distribute evenly, then pour pudding into dessert dishes. Chill it for a few hours before serving.

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About

This delicious almond pudding with carob and arrowroot powder looks and tastes like chocolate - but without the fat and calories!

Almonds are low in saturated fat and are protecting strong bones and a healthy cholesterol level. They are low in sodium and high in immune-boosting phytochemicals.

Carob root is a great chocolate alternative for a low calorie vegan pudding recipe. It comes without the caffeine and theobromine, which can lead to allergies.