Mexican Chocolate Tofu Pudding

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup sugar
• 3/4 cup water
• 1 lb silken tofu
• 1/2 lb high-quality bittersweet chocolate or semisweet chocolate, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (to taste)
• chocolate shavings (optional)

Directions

1. 1

   In a small pot, combine sugar and water. Bring to a boil and cook until sugar is dissolved. Let cool for a few minutes.

2. 2

   In a blender, combine syrup, tofu, melted chocolate, vanilla, cinnamon and chili powder. Puree until completely smooth (scrape down sides of container with a rubber spatula if necessary).

3. 3

   Divide into 4-6 serving bowls and refrigerate at least 30 minutes. Garnish with chocolate shavings if desired.