Dragon Fruit Basil Seed Milk Drink

1 large white dragon fruit (peeled and diced)

2 tbsp basil seeds (or chia seeds)

1 cup water (for soaking seeds)

2 cups coconut milk (or fresh milk / almond milk)

1/2 cup condensed milk (or liquid sweetener like honey/simple syrup, adjusted to taste)

1 tsp vanilla extract

Ice cubes (optional, for serving)

Soak the Basil Seeds: Combine the basil seeds with 1 cup of water in a small bowl. Let them sit for 10–15 minutes until they swell, absorb the liquid, and form a gel-like coating around each seed.

Blend the Dragon Fruit Base: Place the diced white dragon fruit into a blender and pulse until completely smooth and pureed.

Combine the Liquids: In a large pitcher or pot, whisk together the coconut milk, condensed milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and fully dissolved.

Mix Everything: Stir the pureed dragon fruit into the sweet coconut milk mixture. Add the soaked, expanded basil seeds and stir thoroughly to evenly distribute the seeds throughout the liquid.

Chill & Serve: Pour the mixture into glass bottles or airtight glass jars. Place in the refrigerator to chill for at least 1–2 hours before serving. Serve cold over ice in tall glasses, garnishing with extra sliced dragon fruit if desired.