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Introduction

When Molly is craving ice cream and feeling tropical, we whip up this refreshing Piña Colada Parfait. It’s dairy-free and beautifully simulates soft serve ice cream.

Molly loves combining it with fruit in a dish or cup—just like when you go out for ice cream. This recipe is dairy-free and can be made gluten-free, which may support digestion and overall well-being in individuals with autism, Down syndrome, and ADHD. The walnuts add a nice touch of omega-3 fats, which are associated with potential benefits for both brain and heart health.

The Nutrition Science Behind This Recipe

This recipe uses plant-based yogurt and whole food ingredients, making it a great option for individuals who need to avoid traditional ice cream. By avoiding dairy and using gluten-free oats if needed, it may help reduce digestive discomfort and support gut health in individuals with autism, Down syndrome, and ADHD. Some research suggests that gluten and casein may be processed differently in certain individuals, which can influence how the body and brain respond. ¹

Dairy-Free Piña Colada Parfait With Blueberries

Dairy-free,gluten-free (if using GF oats), whole food plant-based

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Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack

Servings 1

Ingredients

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▢ ¼ cup plain plant-based yogurt
▢ ¼ cup oats (use gluten-free if needed)
▢ ½ cup mango (frozen)
▢ ¼ medjool dates (about 2 dates)
▢ ½ banana (frozen, about 4")
▢ 6 walnut (halves)
▢ ½ cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)

Tips

Molly’s Tip: If your dates are whole, don’t forget to remove the pit and the stem on the end.

We always keep a bag of frozen, peeled bananas in the freezer. Simply peel ripe bananas and store them in a freezer-safe bag. If they stick together, give the bag a quick tap on the counter, and they will separate easily.

The blueberries can be swapped for other fruits. Raspberries work well, and Molly loves fresh chopped pineapple!

Using a high-powered blender, grind the oats into a fine powder. Leave in the blender.
Add the yogurt, dates, frozen mango, frozen banana, and walnuts to the blender with the oats. Blend on high until smooth and creamy.
Pour into a serving dish. Stir in about half of the blueberries, then place the remaining blueberries on top.
Enjoy right away!

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Instructions

Molly’s Tip: If your dates are whole, don’t forget to remove the pit and the stem on the end.

The blueberries can be swapped for other fruits. Raspberries work well, and Molly loves fresh chopped pineapple!

Using a high-powered blender, grind the oats into a fine powder. Leave in the blender.
Add the yogurt, dates, frozen mango, frozen banana, and walnuts to the blender with the oats. Blend on high until smooth and creamy.
Pour into a serving dish. Stir in about half of the blueberries, then place the remaining blueberries on top.
Enjoy right away!

Notes

Storage:

Best eaten right away or refrigerated for no more than 30 minutes

Freezing:

This can be frozen, but the texture will become very firm. To serve, thaw in a microwave-safe container until softened.

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Research

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20406576/