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Coconut pudding

A silky, creamy coconut pudding with rich tropical flavor. This easy dessert is perfect served chilled with toasted coconut, fresh fruit, or whipped cream.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
chill time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 Serving
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 240
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups coconut milk
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup toasted coconut flakes for topping
  • Whipped cream optional
  • Fresh mango or berries optional

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Rubber spatula
  • Fine-mesh strainer
  • 6 dessert cups or serving bowls
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

  1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
  2. Gradually whisk in the coconut milk and whole milk until the mixture is smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks.
  4. Slowly add a small amount of the warm milk mixture to the egg yolks while whisking continuously.
  5. Pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan and whisk to combine.
  6. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and becomes creamy.
  7. Remove the saucepan from the heat.
  8. Stir in the butter and vanilla extract until completely incorporated.
  9. For an extra-smooth texture, strain the pudding through a fine-mesh sieve.
  10. Pour the pudding into individual dessert cups or serving bowls.
  11. Allow it to cool slightly, then cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  12. Top with toasted coconut flakes, whipped cream, fresh mango, or berries before serving.
  13. Serve chilled and enjoy.

Notes

  • Use full-fat coconut milk for the richest flavor and creamiest texture.
  • Whisk continuously while cooking to help prevent lumps.
  • Do not cook over excessively high heat.
  • Adding vanilla after removing the pudding from the heat helps preserve its flavor.
  • Toast the coconut flakes until lightly golden for extra flavor and crunch.
  • The pudding will become firmer as it chills.
  • Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.