Guava Strawberry Coconut Chia Bowl (Printable Version)

A refreshing tropical blend of creamy coconut chia pudding with fresh guava, strawberries, and nutritious toppings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chia Pudding Base

01 - 1 cup coconut milk (canned, full fat or light)
02 - 3 tbsp chia seeds
03 - 1 tbsp maple syrup or agave nectar
04 - 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract

→ Fresh Fruit Topping

05 - 1 ripe guava, peeled, seeded, diced
06 - 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced

→ Crunchy Toppings

07 - 2 tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut
08 - 2 tbsp granola (gluten-free, if desired)
09 - 1 tbsp pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
10 - 1 tsp chia seeds (optional, for garnish)
11 - Fresh mint leaves (optional)

# How To Make:

01 - Whisk together coconut milk, chia seeds, maple syrup, and vanilla extract in a medium bowl until fully combined.
02 - Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. Stir once after the first 30 minutes to prevent seeds from clumping together.
03 - Stir the chilled chia pudding thoroughly and divide evenly between two serving bowls.
04 - Arrange diced guava and sliced strawberries on top of the pudding in each bowl.
05 - Garnish each bowl with shredded coconut, granola, pumpkin seeds, and extra chia seeds if desired.
06 - Top with fresh mint leaves and serve immediately for optimal texture and freshness.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Tastes like a tropical vacation without leaving your pajamas or spending money on plane tickets
  • Prep it tonight, wake up to something that feels like a treat but happens to be ridiculously good for you
02 -
  • Stirring the chia pudding during that first thirty minutes is the difference between creamy pudding and a solid gelatinous blob you have to attack with a spoon
  • Frozen guava works surprisingly well if you thaw it completely and drain excess liquid before using
03 -
  • Use full-fat coconut milk for the most luxurious, dessert-like texture you have ever experienced in a breakfast bowl
  • Let the diced fruit sit with a squeeze of lime for ten minutes before topping to brighten all the flavors

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