*This is more salt and sweetener than I would typically use, but I just thought the recipe needed it this time! Heat and glucomannan tend to mask sweetness, so these amounts were perfect for me. You may wish to start with less of each, then increase to match your taste buds.
-I use Konjac Foods brand glucomannan (which we purchase
here from Netrition). I've heard that
THM's glucomannan is stronger, so if you're using a strong brand and you find that the custard is slimy or too thick, try decreasing the amount of glucomannan used.
-I haven't tried this, but I bet you could leave out the cocoa powder and decrease the sweetener and salt for a vanilla version! You may want to add an extra teaspoon of vanilla extract.
-If you're having trouble with the custard separating or getting lumpy, use a lower heat and pull the custard off the burner before you think it's done. It will continue to thicken with residual heat.
NUTRITION (7 servings): 185 calories, 15 g fat, 11 g carb., 1 g dietary fiber, 7 g protein (Net carbs minus fiber and sugar alcohols: 3.14 g)