Season 09 - Breakfast / S09B15
Guava and Coconut Chia Pudding
Story
One sunny afternoon, Don Luis sat on his porch with a guava in hand and a coconut at his feet. It reminded him of his childhood summers in the tropics—where the air smelled sweet, the breeze hummed like a lullaby, and the elders always had a cold treat ready after lunch. So, with a warm smile under his mustache and his leather-accented jean apron proudly tied, Don Luis made magic. Mixing guava nectar with creamy coconut milk, and adding chia seeds for a little texture surprise, he created a tropical dessert so light, yet full of flavor, that even the neighborhood kids lined up by the screen door waiting for their turn.
Ingredients
- 1 cup coconut milk (full fat for creaminess)
- 1 cup guava nectar (unsweetened or lightly sweetened)
- 0.33 cup chia seeds
- 1 tbsp honey or agave syrup (optional, adjust to taste)
- Pinch of salt
- Fresh fruit for topping: strawberries, kiwi, or pineapple (optional)
- Toasted coconut flakes for garnish (optional but delicious)
Instructions
- 1🥣 In a medium bowl, combine the coconut milk, guava nectar, honey, and a pinch of salt. Stir well.
- 2🌱 Add in the chia seeds and whisk to distribute evenly.
- 3⏳ Let it sit for 5 minutes, then whisk again to prevent clumping.
- 4❄️ Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight) until the pudding thickens.
- 5🍓 Before serving, give it a gentle stir and top with fresh fruit and toasted coconut flakes.
About the narrator
Don Luis · A character for three generations
Don Luis is the brand character and narrator for this catalog: a warm voice for Puerto Rican family recipes tested by the real creator behind the brand. The project carries three generations of flavor and writes each recipe step by step so any kid can follow it.
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