Chocolate Raspberry Dreams Breakfast Parfait

Prep Time: 30 Cook Time: 2 hours or overnight Servings: Yield 4 Source:

Ingredients

For the Raspberry Chia Seed Jam (makes 1 cup):

1 (300 g/10 oz) bag frozen raspberries

2 tablespoons (20 g) chia seeds

2 tablespoons (30 mL) pure maple syrup, or to taste

1 teaspoon (5 mL) pure vanilla extract or vanilla bean powder (optional)

For the Chocolate Overnight Oats (makes 3 cups):

1 cup (100 g) gluten-free rolled oats

1/3 cup (55 g) chia seeds

2 to 3 tablespoons (30 to 45 mL) pure maple syrup, to taste

2 tablespoons (10 g) unsweetened cocoa powder

2 1/2 cups (625 mL) unsweetened almond milk

For the topping:

Homemade Coconut Whipped Cream or So Delicious Coconut Whip*

Fresh or frozen raspberries

Sliced toasted almonds or hazelnuts

Directions

For the Raspberry Chia Seed Jam: Add the frozen raspberries, chia seeds, and maple syrup into a medium pot. Stir to combine. Cook uncovered over medium heat, stirring frequently, for about 7 to 9 minutes, until the raspberries break down. (It will still look a bit runny, but it will thicken as it cools.) Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla, if using, and additional maple syrup, if desired. Allow the jam to cool on the counter, uncovered, for about a half hour before covering and chilling in the fridge.

For the Chocolate Overnight Oats: In a large container with a lid, whisk together the oats, chia seeds, maple syrup, and cocoa powder until combined. Add the milk, and whisk until no clumps of cocoa powder remain. Secure lid and let it sit on the counter for 2 to 3 minutes. After sitting briefly, shake the mixture (or stir) again to combine. This just helps prevent the chia seeds from clumping up. Chill in the fridge for a couple hours, or overnight.

Prepare the Coconut Whipped Cream, or if using, thaw the store-bought coconut whipped cream in the fridge or on the counter. Store in the fridge until ready to use.

When the chia jam and oats are ready, layer them into jars or bowls along with the coconut whipped cream. Add your desired toppings, and enjoy! The parfaits can be made in advance and enjoyed for a few days.