Last updated on June 15th, 2023
Here at Culinary Services Group, we believe that healthy, nutritious food doesn’t mean always ignoring your sweet tooth. We’re celebrating National Nutrition Month this March by helping you explore healthier versions of your favorite foods.
Focusing on better nutrition and your health doesn’t have to be confusing or intimidating. Creating a healthy eating plan, educating yourself on the nutrition options best for you, and experimenting with new recipes are just a few ways to participate. Now is also a great time to get moving and increase your exercise, start drinking more water, and find inspiration with a new cookbook or food blog.
To celebrate National Nutrition Month, our latest Friends and Family Recipe is Oat Milk Chocolate Pudding!
Plant-based milk has become extremely popular in recent years. Oat milk is a great choice for those with allergies or intolerances. It contains calcium, fiber, potassium, iron, and phosphorus. The vitamin A and D found in oat milk can help your immune system fight off infection and improve overall resiliency too.
Decreasing animal products in your diet may lower cholesterol, reducing the risk of heart attack and stroke. Oat milk contains ZERO cholesterol but does have a soluble fiber called beta-glucans. Beta-glucans help lower cholesterol in your gut and daily consumption of oat milk has been shown to lower cholesterol by three to five percent.
You can still make healthy choices when you’re craving something sweet! We hope you try our Oat Milk Chocolate Pudding and explore more healthy food and recipes this month.
Oat Milk Chocolate Pudding
Ingredients:
1/2 Cup Granulated Sugar
1/4 Cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
1/8 tsp Kosher Salt
2 Tbsp Cornstarch
2 Cup Oat Milk
3 Oz Baking Chocolate (54.5% Cocoa)
Steps:
1) Combine sugar, cocoa, and cornstarch in a medium sauce pan. Whisk to combine.
2) Slowly add oat milk, whisking to break up any chunks.
3) Warm over medium heat, stirring constantly. Bring to a low boil.
4) Cook until thickened, approx. 3-5 minutes. Pudding will thicken as it cools.
5) Remove from heat. Add chocolate and stir until melted and mixed. Optional: add a shot of espresso.
6) Pour into a heat-safe container and chill in the refrigerator, 2-4 hours, before serving.
