Coconut and Vanilla Custard

Ditch the institutional instant custard product and make your own healthy version using only a few ingredients. This is a rich, dairy-free custard that is easy to make and it's the perfect breakfast or as a dessert.

Preparation: 3 minutes
Cooking: 10 minutes

Serves 2

Ingredients

1 - 14 ounce can organic coconut milk

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

3 tablespoons maple syrup

1/8 teaspoon kosher salt

2 teaspoons arrowroot or cassava flour, corn starch, or potato starch

2 tablespoons water

Directions

1. Combine the coconut milk, vanilla, salt, and maple syrup in a pot.

2. Bring the ingredients to a slow simmer.

3. In a small bowl, mix together the arrowroot or corn starch and water to make a thick liquid.

4. Add the mixture to the simmering custard whisking constantly until the custard thickens.

5. Remove from heat.

6. Serve hot or refrigerate and have it cold.

Make it your own

Substitute 2 cups organic almond, cashew, other non-dairy “milk” for the coconut milk

Substitute 2 cups organic coconut milk found in the beverage section of the supermarket for a lighter version of the custard, step 1

Add 1 to 3 tablespoon unsweetened shredded coconut, step 1

Substitute honey for the maple syrup. step 1

Add 1/2 cup chia seeds, which are very high in nutrients, step 1

Garnish with any of the following, step 6

Fresh fruit
Unsweetened shredded coconut
Granola
Dried fruit
Raw or roasted nuts
Your favorite topping