500 ml unsweetened soya milk
¼ cup Chia seeds
4 dates
2 heaped teaspoons of cinnamon
1 star anise
3 – 4 cardamom seeds pods (optional)
¼ cup cocoa powder
30 ml boiling water
Method
Chop the dates (pitted) using a scissor into a small bowl.
Add the boiling water.
Leave it to t stand for a while. Use a fork to mash or stick a blender to puree the dates.
Mix the cinnamon, cocoa and spices in a small bowl.
Heat 100 ml of the milk.
Add this to the cinnamon, spices and cocoa to dissolve the latter.
Use a large glass jar with a lid and mix the spice and cocoa blend with the milk (cold or warm).
Shake to blend well or use a stick blender to blitz well.
Chill in the fridge for about 1 hour.
Tip:
The chia seeds will swell and thicken the mixture.
The mixture is deliciously filling and an excellent source of soluble fibre, minerals and essential fatty acids.
Enjoy it cold as a dessert or chocolate milkshake when you need to cocoa boost.