Chef Joey'S Haupai Recipe

Name: Chef Joey'S Haupai
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: FOR THE FILLING; 1 (12 ounce) can light coconut milk; 4 -6 tablespoons raw unrefined sugar; 4 -6 tablespoons arrowroot; 3/4 cup water; 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 1/4 teaspoon lemon extract; 2 bananas (sliced in 1/4 inch pieces); FOR THE CRUST; 1 cup vegan vanilla wafers; 1/3 cup vegan margarine (Melted..Earth Balance); FOR THE TOPPING; unsweetened flaked coconut; five-spice powder

Servings: persons

FOR THE FILLING
1 (12 ounce) can light coconut milk
4 -6 tablespoons raw unrefined sugar
4 -6 tablespoons arrowroot
3/4 cup water
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon lemon extract
2 bananas (sliced in 1/4 inch pieces)
FOR THE CRUST
1 cup vegan vanilla wafers
1/3 cup vegan margarine (Melted..Earth Balance)
FOR THE TOPPING
unsweetened flaked coconut
five-spice powder

1
Prepare the vanilla wafers by putting them into a large plastic zipper bag and crush them into fine crumbs.
2
Melt the vegan margarine and add it to the vanilla wafer crumbs. Combine the wafers and margarine and then layer the crumb mixture evenly in the bottom of an 8x8 inch pan.
3
Bake at 375u00b0F for 8 minutes. Cool completely before adding the pudding.
4
TO MAKE THE FILLING.
5
Put the lite coconut milk into one quart saucepan. Mix it up with a whisk.
6
In a separate bowl combine the sugar and arrowroot and mix, add the water and mix really well to ensure the sugar is dissolved.
7
Stir the sugar, arrowroot and water mixture into the coconut milk. Heat on med low until thickened. Then add the vanilla and lemon extracts. Mix well.
8
Put the slices of banana on the cooled vanilla wafer crust and then pour the coconut pudding on top.
9
Sprinkle with the desired amount of coconut flakes. You can toast these if you like.
10
Sprinkle with Five Spice Powder.
11
Enjoy!

621

kcal

Calories

Fat

121

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: FOR THE FILLING, 1 (12 ounce) can light coconut milk, 4 -6 tablespoons raw unrefined sugar, 4 -6 tablespoons arrowroot, and more.

Yes, Chef Joey'S Haupai falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chef Joey'S Haupai

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