Mango Coconut Cream Pudding

This mango coconut cream pudding is perfect for a light, fruity dessert for summer. This pudding is served best chilled and topped with fresh fruit of your choice. Enjoy!

Ingredients:

• 2 Large Mangoes
• 1 Can of Coconut Cream
• 3 T Honey or Agave Nectar
• 3 T Fresh Orange Juice

Instructions:

1. Cut the mango into cubes. Put the chopped mango and orange juice into a high speed blender and blend until liquified.
2. Add the coconut cream and honey to the blender and blend on the lowest setting until completely blended.
3. Transfer the pudding to a large glass container. Refrigerate for at least 5 hours before serving so that the pudding can thicken.
4. To serve, spoon the pudding into small bowls. Top with fresh fruit or shredded coconut.

Benefits of this recipe:

-Mango lowers cholesterol, clears the skin, helps eye health, alkalizes the whole body, helps with diabetes, boosts immune system and improves digestion.

The information on the benefits of the ingredients was researched from http://www.draxe.com

Chocolate Dessert “Hummus”

Chocolate hummus is a great option for a healthy dessert. You can dip or spread anything you want with it! I would recommend dipping fresh fruit in it such as apples or strawberries, or snacks like pretzels and crackers. This would also be a delicious treat to put on a platter to bring to a party. Enjoy!

Preparation + Cook Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 Can (15 oz) of Chickpeas, drained
• 3 Tbsp Coconut Oil, melted
• 2 Tbsp Almond Milk
• 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
• 5 Tbsp Honey or Maple Syrup
• 4 Tbsp Cacao Powder
• 1/2 tsp Cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp Himalayan Salt

Instructions:

1. In a food processor or high speed blender, simply blend all of the ingredients together. The consistency should be smooth like hummus.
2. Scoop the chocolate hummus into a small bowl. Optional: top with shredded coconut or cacao nibs for garnish.
3. If you are making this for guests, prepare a platter with chopped fruit, crackers, pretzels, etc. for dipping.

Health benefits of this recipe:

-Chickpeas help control blood sugar levels, improves digestion because of high fiber content, helps protect against heart disease, is a good source of protein, and contains many beneficial vitamins and minerals such as zinc, folate, phosphorus, and B vitamins.

-Cacao can improve stress levels, cholesterol, and heart health.

The information on the benefits of the ingredients was researched from http://www.draxe.com