Mocha Coconut Chia Frappe & Pudding (Vegan, Gluten Free, Grain Free)

I know, I know. You're probably thinking, "Seriously Joy? Another chia recipe?" But you know what? I've waited over a month to post another one. Plus this is two recipes in one. Plus it involves chocolate and coconut and it's healthy. So can we just momentarily look past my chia seed obsession? Mokaythanks. 

[I need to buy smaller mason jars apparently.]

I worked at Starbucks for over three years. I saw the crazy in people's eyes when they found out it was Mocha Coconut Frappuccino season. Or even worse, when the season ended *shudders*. But to all you frappuccino lovers out there, be prepared because this is going to put your favorite drink to shame, both in flavor and most definitely in health. This is made with real coconut, real chocolate and it tastes real good. So let's get to it!

Okay, so you have two options. You can either enjoy this as a pudding or as a drink. The choice is up to you. Spoon or straw? Let's start with spoon.

Mocha Coconut Chia Pudding

• 1 Cup Coconut Milk
• 3 Tablespoons Chia Seeds
• 1 Tablespoon Cacao Powder
• 1 Heaping Tablespoon of Unsweetened Shredded Coconut
• 1/2-1 Tablespoon Instant Espresso Powder
• 1 Tablespoon Pure Vanilla Extract
• Pure Maple Syrup or Agave to sweeten to taste

Makes 1-2 Servings.

Throw all the ingredients into the blender and blend until the mixture takes on a thick consistency, approximately 1-2 minutes. Adjust sweetness if necessary. Pour the pudding into a bowl and refrigerate for a few hours or overnight. Serve and enjoy.

Now for the frappe, it's not too different...

Mocha Coconut Chia Frappe

• 1 Cup Coconut Milk
• 1/2 Cup -1 Cup Ice (depending on how icey you like it)
• 3 Tablespoons Chia Seeds
• 1 Tablespoon Cacao Powder
• 1 Heaping Tablespoon of Unsweetened Shredded Coconut
• 1/2-1 Tablespoon Instant Espresso Powder
• 1 Tablespoon Pure Vanilla Extract
• Pure Maple Syrup or Agave to sweeten to taste

Makes 1-2 Servings.

Throw all the ingredients into the blender and blend until the mixture takes on a thick consistency, approximately 1-2 minutes. Pour into a cup, add a straw if you like, sit back and enjoy your frappe.

Other options!

-If you're not a fan of coffee or don't want all the caffeine, feel free to leave it out, it'll still taste great.

-To make your frappe or pudding a little fancy, toast up some shredded coconut and sprinkle it on top. (To toast coconut, just toss some in a small skillet and toast over medium-low heat. Be sure to stir it around so it doesn't burn, it'll toast quickly).

Are you a frappuccino fanatic?

If so, what's your favorite flavor?