Remember Ch-ch-cha Chia Pets? Amazingly enough, they’re still going strong. But who knew that their magic ingredient – chia seeds – would turn out to be one of today’s super foods? In fact, they’re loaded with fiber, omega-3 fatty acids and calcium.

They can also be an acquired taste, since once you add liquid, the seeds take on a slightly slimy or gooey texture. But as they say, a little chocolate can make everything better.

This recipe is thicker than I expected. In fact, it’s so delicious, creamy and thick, it qualifies as Ch-ch-ch Chocolate Chia Fudge. Truly, one spoonful is so satisfying and rich that you won’t want much more than that to satisfy your sweet tooth. A perfect vegan dessert!

Recipe adapted from TheIronYou.com. Makes 9 to 12 pieces.

Ingredients

2 ripe avocados

1/3 cup organic honey (or organic agave)

1/3 cup cocoa powder (I use organic, fair trade Tcho cocoa powder.)

3 tbsp. organic extra virgin coconut oil

1 tsp. vanilla extract

½ tsp. chia seeds
 

Directions

Blend all ingredients in a food processor. (If you don’t have a food processor, a blender will do. However, the final mixture is so dense, you’ll need to spoon it out before proceeding.)

Using a trigger melon baller, measure identical portions onto a platter and chill for 4 hours.

Serve individual fudge” truffles” on small plates. Garnish with slivered almonds, chopped pistachios, toasted coconut flakes or sliced organic strawberries. You can also dust lightly with cocoa powder.