Dairy-free Vegan Chocolate Tapioca Pudding (Gluten-free, Paleo)

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This Dairy-free Vegan Chocolate Tapioca Pudding is:

Easy, Healthy, and Delicious 

Dairy-Free,  Egg-Free,  Nut-Free, Gluten-Free,  and Refined Sugar-Free

Vegan,  Paleo,  AIP,  Whole30  

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One of my favorite desserts growing up was chocolate and vanilla pudding; my mom used to make it for us often on cold winter days.  Having such a fond memory of pudding,  I wanted my kids to experience it.  However, I learned quickly that I might just forget about this dessert since the instant pudding my mom used contained many unhealthy ingredients, while  some of the ingredients we can’t use because of allergies.

I didn’t even know you could make it from scratch. When I learned that it might be possible to make it at home,  (most recipes require corn starch and milk to make them)  I learned that you can replace corn starch with tapioca starch and milk with coconut milk.  This was an exciting day,  because now I could re-create a childhood favorite dessert.

To make Dairy-Free  Vegan Chocolate Tapioca Pudding you will need:

• Tapioca Pearls

•  Cocoa Powder 

•  Maple Syrup

•  Coconut Milk

•  Chocolate Chips (optional)

•  Saucepan 

• Pudding Molds/Cups

The tapioca starch version turned out ok;  it was good,  but it was not exactly what I remembered.  As a side note, my family loved it (actually one child prefers this recipe over the other ones). However, more exciting was when I discovered tapioca pearls from  Let’s Do Organic. I actually noticed them when we were at Earth Fare,  and remembered (from my research on corn-free pudding recipes) that you could use them to make pudding,  so I grabbed a package. I actually forgot about them for a couple of months,  until I found them in my cupboard and decided to use them as a filling for my gluten-free vegan mini fruit tarts (they turned amazing and so cute,  check them out here).  All I can say is that I finally found the right ingredients to make a healthy and dairy-free version of the pudding I remembered from my childhood. It’s rich, creamy and tastes amazing.  All I need now is some cute cups or glasses to serve it in; ok, the one I have are already cute, but I found these cute cups that are so elegant, and can be also used for sauces and dips,  or mini ice-cream… the possibility are endless.

It’s so easy to make, and tastes so good. It can be perfect for dessert or for snack paired with fresh fruit. 

Comment below with your questions or suggestions. Also, tag me with your creations on Instagram @allergyummy; I would love to see them.

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Best Dairy-free Chocolate Tapioca Pudding (Vegan, Paleo,AIP)

Prep Time

5 mins

Cook Time

14 mins

Total Time

19 mins

 

This decadent Dairy-free Vegan Chocolate Tapioca Pudding is creamy and so easy to make. It's food allergy friendly and made with healthy ingredients. Great for a sweet dessert or for a kid friendly snack paired with fresh fruit.

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup Tapioca Pearls
• 1 can Coconut Milk about 2 cups
• 1/4 cup Cocoa Powder
• 1/4 cup Maple Syrup
• 1 tsp. Vanilla

Instructions

1. In a saucepan, mix coconut milk, cocoa powder, maple syrup, and vanilla.
2. Add the tapioca pearls, and heat the mixture on medium heat.
3. Cook for about 15-20 mins, until the pearls are transparent and the mixture thickens.
4. Remove from heat, and add to individual pudding cups.
5. Can be served warm, or refrigerate until the pudding cooled and solidified.
6. Optional: Top with fresh fruit like berries, oranges, or kiwis, and dairy-free chocolate chips.

Recipe Notes

Tapioca pearls can be soaked in half of the coconut milk before heating them on the stove, for 30 mins to 1 hr. It will speed up the cooking time.