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Brazilian Tropical Delight – A Frozen Guava and Coconut Cream Dream

Explore this scrumptious gluten-free Brazilian Tropical Delight, combining the tangy sweetness of guava with the tropical allure of coconut cream for a heavenly frozen treat.

πŸ•’ Prep: 15 mins / Cook: N/A / Total: 4 hours
🍽 Servings: 4
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Intermediate
🌎 Cuisine: Brazilian

Allergens

Coconut, Milk

Ingredients

  • 3 cups ripe guava, seeded and peeled 1 1/2 cups canned coconut cream 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk 1 tsp lime zest 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice

Instructions

  1. In a blender or food processor, puree the guava until smooth.
  2. Add the coconut cream, sweetened condensed milk, lime zest, and lime juice to the guava puree. Blend until well combined.
  3. Pour the mixture into a shallow dish and freeze for 4 hours or until firm.
  4. Using an ice cream scoop, carve out spheres of the frozen delight and place them on a serving platter.

Chef’s Insight

Use ripe guavas for optimal flavor and sweetness in this dish.

Notes

For a more intense flavor, allow the guava to ripen on the counter for a few days before making this dish.

Cultural or Historical Background

Guava is a popular fruit in Brazil, often used in desserts to add tangy sweetness, while coconut cream evokes the tropical atmosphere of the country.