Strawberry Chocolate Chia Mousse
Growing Up Gourmet is oa classic cookbook and one you’ll want to make a note of if you’re feeding anyone under the age of two. Written by Jennifer Carlson, co-creator of Baby Gourmet (one of the top-selling organic baby food brands in North America) this book shows parents how to make nutritious, delicious homemade meals and snacks your baby and older family members will enjoy.
This strawberry chocolate chia mousse caught my eye from the get-go. Using seasonal fruit (well, almost. Strawberries will be in season soon if it ever warms up!), plus coconut milk and chia seeds to create a mousse-like, spoonable snack your baby will love. The addition of cocoa powder, maple syrup, and cinnamon gives it a decadent taste while keeping the recipe nutritious and toddler friendly. I put all of the ingredients in my NutriBullet and blend for 60 seconds. Then I poured the mixture into resealable containers and pop them in the fridge overnight. The entire process takes no more than six minutes and makes a sweet snack my toddler can’t seem to get enough of.
Adapted from Growing Up Gourmet
Servings:
Makes 4 ½ cup servings
Strawberry Chocolate Chia Mousse Recipe:
You’ll Need
- 14 oz. coconut milk
- ¼ cup water
- ¼ cup chia seeds
- 1 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 Tbsp maple syrup
- Pinch ground cinnamon
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup strawberries, fresh or frozen
Prep and Cook
- Place all of the ingredients in a blender
Blend on high for 60 seconds until the chia seeds are ground - Pour the mixture into 4 resealable containers, cover, and place in the refrigerator for 6 hours or until set
Store covered for up to 4 days
