Raw Chocolate Pudding

ingredients

• 10 fresh dates, pitted and cut in quarters
• 10 dried figs, stems removed, cut in quarters
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 tablespoons raw nut butter (optional)
  2 2/3 tablespoons whipped butter
  2 tablespoons hydrogenated fat
  2 tablespoons margarine
  4 1/2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups filtered water

directions

Place the dates, figs, cocoa, nut butter (if using), vanilla, and 1 cup of water in a blender and pulse several times until the fruits begin to break down.

Blend until smooth and creamy, slowly adding water as needed for desired consistency.