Chocolate Hazelnut Pudding (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Chocolate Hazelnut Pudding

01 - 2 ripe avocados, pitted and peeled (8 ounces fruit)
02 - 1/2 cup cocoa powder
03 - 2/3-3/4 cup Grade A amber maple syrup, to taste
04 - 3 tablespoons toasted hazelnut oil
05 - 1/8 teaspoon sea salt
06 - 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

→ Coconut Whipped Cream

07 - 2 cans coconut milk, chilled
08 - 2 tablespoons Grade A amber maple syrup
09 - Pinch of sea salt
10 - 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

→ Toppings

11 - 1 cup roughly chopped toasted hazelnuts
12 - 1-2 ounces grated chocolate (optional)

# Instructions:

01 - Place all ingredients for the chocolate hazelnut pudding into a food processor. Secure the lid and process until completely smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides 1-2 times.
02 - Transfer the pudding to an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator until ready to serve, or for 2-3 days.
03 - When ready to serve, prepare all toppings and set aside.
04 - Scrape the hardened cream from the top of the two cans of chilled coconut milk. Place the hardened cream into an electric mixer, and whip until fluffy and smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
05 - Add the maple syrup, sea salt, and vanilla extract to the coconut cream. Whip again to combine thoroughly.
06 - Assemble individual servings by placing pudding in each bowl, adding a dollop of whipped cream, and sprinkling with hazelnuts and grated chocolate.

# Notes:

01 - For best results, chill coconut milk cans overnight to ensure proper separation of cream.
02 - Toast hazelnuts at 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 minutes until fragrant and skins begin to loosen.