The Fervent Amazon – A Paleo Brazilian Beverage

Allergens

Nuts (potential from coconut)

Ingredients

• 1 cup fresh guava puree
• 2 cups coconut milk
• 1/4 cup raw honey
• 2 tbsp cacao powder
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 3 ripe bananas, frozen and sliced
• 1 cup ice cubes

Instructions

1. In a blender, combine the guava puree, coconut milk, honey, cacao powder, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth and creamy.
2. Add in the frozen banana slices and blend until fully incorporated.
3. Pour the mixture into a large pitcher and add ice cubes. Stir gently to combine.
4. Serve in tall glasses with a touch of whipped coconut cream on top, garnished with fresh mint leaves.

Chef’s Insight

For an extra touch of decadence, dust the rim of each glass with cacao powder before serving.

Notes

The cacao powder provides a gentle hint of chocolate without adding caffeine.