Gut Healthy Papaya Mousse

Ingredients: Makes 2 Servings

1 C ripe papaya (you can also use pineapple)

1 C coconut kefir. I used KefirLab brand

1/4 C coconut yogurt greek style like Cocojune-has to be thick

1 scoop collagen peptides, I used Vital Proteins brand

1 tsp grated ginger

2 1/2 tsp grass fed gelatin or agar agar

1/4 C coconut water (to bloom gelatin)

Optional: squeeze of lime

For topping: Fresh raspberries & Coconut whipped cream. You can also use pineapple, blueberries, blackberries, lime zest

Directions:

1. Bloom the gelatin:
   In a small bowl, sprinkle 2½ tsp gelatin over ¼ cup cool water or coconut milk.
   Let it sit 5 minutes until spongy.
2. In a blend combine the papaya, yogurt, kefir, ginger, collagen, gelatin and squeeze of lime. Combine until smooth
3. Divide into two jars. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour
4. Top with fresh raspberries and coconut whipped cream for serving or fruit of your choice

Functional Benefits:

Papaya: Supports protein digestion and reduces bloating

Ginger: enhances gastric emptying and calms the stomach

Coconut kefir: provided live probiotics for the microbiome balance

Collagen: Supports gut barrier integrity and tissue repair

Agar/Gelatin: add gut soothing amino acids like glycine

Coconut yogurt: Provides probiotics-food for the healthy gut bacteria