Who loves black forest gateau? Me! I adore that delectable combination of cacao notes from the chocolate with sweet luscious cherry. So with those flavours in mind, I made these black forest tofu cups!

These healthy cups can be whipped up in under 10 mins and make a terrific dessert or breakfast (dessert and chocolate for breakfast!)

To add to the nutritional content, I have added some protein powder to mine, although this is optional, plus some acai-berry containing Omega-3 Superpowder.

You can off course make other variations of this recipe, for times when cherries are out of season…this works well with raspberries, blackberries, blackcurrants and orange too!

Makes: 2 glasses

Preparation time: under 10 mins

Ingredients:

For the cherry layer:

• 150g tofu (Silken or firm silken tofu gives a more runny texture and firm tofu makes it creamier)
• 150g fresh cherries, hulled
• 1.5 tbsp. protein powder (optional)
• 1 tsp. sweetener: maple, date syrup or honey if non-vegan
• 1 tbsp. acai-containing Omega-3 Superpowder

For the chocolate layer:

• 150g tofu (silken or firm)
• 1.5 tbsp. cacao
• 1 tbsp. protein powder
• 1 tsp sweetener: maple, date syrup or honey if non-vegan
• Optional: 1 tsp. maca root powder (this complements the chocolate)

For layering:

• 2 tbsp. ground flaxseed
• 4 tbsp. quinoa crispies or granola if you prefer
• 1 tbsp. cacao nibs
• A handful of fresh strawberries, halved

To decorate:

• Cherries, halved
• Strawberries, sliced
• Blueberries
• Pumpkin seeds
• Cacao nibs

Method:

• For the cherry layer: blend all ingredients together in a food processor or blender. Set aside.
• For the chocolate layer: blend all ingredients together in a food processor or blender. Set aside.
• Start assembling your glasses, alternating between the chocolate, cherry layer, quinoa crispies or granola and ground flaxseed and cacao nibs.
• Decorate each glass as desired and serve

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