{"product_id":"checkers-custard","title":"Checkers Custard","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCheckers Custard is Nigeria's best-selling instant custard brand by Gaines Foods, beloved across West Africa and the UK diaspora for its creaminess, speed, and affordability. It is a breakfast staple, comfort food, and dessert base. It offers a smooth and creamy texture, ideal for a variety of desserts. Each serving provides a balanced source of nutrients, contributing to a satisfying treat. With its versatile flavor profile, it can complement both sweet and savory dishes, enhancing culinary presentations effectively.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📋 \u003cstrong\u003eDetailed Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Brand: Checkers (Gaines Foods)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Origin: Nigeria\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Varieties:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e◦ ✨ Vanilla (Most Popular)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e◦ 🥛 Milk (3-in-1: Custard + Milk + Sugar)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e◦ 🍌 Banana\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e◦ 🍫 Chocolate (4-in-1: + Cocoa)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Pack Sizes: 45g\/40g Sachets | 400g\/1kg Refill Packs | 1kg\/1.5kg\/2kg Jars\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Ingredients: Cornstarch, Milk Solids, Sugar, Flavorings, Vitamins (A\/D), Calcium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Certifications: Halal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Allergens: Contains Milk\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Shelf Life: 18–24 months (sealed)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✨ \u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Texture: Silky, lump-free, velvety smooth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Taste: Mildly sweet, rich, creamy (less \"eggy\" than British custard)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Speed: Ready in 2 minutes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Nutrition: Fortified with vitamins\/minerals; high energy from carbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🧪 Nutrition (Per 100g Dry Powder – Milk Flavor)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Energy: ~370kcal \/ 1550kJ\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Carbohydrates: 82g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Protein: 7.5g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Fat: 1.8g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Calcium: 320mg | Vitamin A: 400μg | Vitamin D: 5μg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e👩🍳 \u003cstrong\u003ePreparation\u003c\/strong\u003e (3-in-1 Milk Flavor)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Put 3–4 tbsp powder in a bowl\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. Add a little cold water\/milk to make a smooth paste\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. Pour in boiling water\/milk while stirring vigorously\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4. Adjust thickness; serve hot or chilled\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor plain custard: Add sugar\/milk to taste\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🥘 Serving Combinations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional West African Pairings:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Akara (Bean Fritters)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Masa (Rice Cakes)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Moi Moi (Steamed Bean Pudding)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Bread \/ Biscuits \/ Fried Plantain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDessert Uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Topping for cakes, fruit salad or jelly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Base for custard pudding\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mama Africa Food Store","offers":[{"title":"Vanilla 2kg","offer_id":61761253015882,"sku":null,"price":8.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Banana 200g","offer_id":61761253048650,"sku":null,"price":1.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 in 1 Milk 1.5kg","offer_id":61761253081418,"sku":null,"price":7.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1037\/2261\/5114\/files\/FullSizeRender_ad36ddb6-708d-4ef7-a9c9-b69a9704c731.jpg?v=1777923340","url":"https:\/\/mamaafricafoodstore.co.uk\/products\/checkers-custard","provider":"Mama Africa Food Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}