Chocolate, Coconut, Banana Pudding

Real pudding does not come from a box! :) This is a tasty non-dairy, creamy, chocolaty treat kids would love as well as adults. It's fresh and delicious! Coconut is extremely good for you. Here is a good article on the benefits of coconut.

3 bananas
1 young Thai coconut meat
1/4 cup coconut water
3 tbsp cacao powder
3 tsp hemp seeds or nut butter (optional)

Open your fresh coconut and pour the water into a container to store. Measure out 1/4 cup and add to blender. For the left over, you can drink it or save it and use it in cooking or smoothies. I use mine in smoothies instead of milk to help facilitate blending. Scoop out coconut meat into blender, then add the rest of the ingredients and  blend until smooth and creamy. I do not add any sweetener, the bananas sweeten it enough for me, but if desired you can add some honey, maple syrup, liquid stevia or even a couple dates for that extra sweetness. Then sprinkle with some coconut flakes for garnish if desired and enjoy!