Description
This creamy Coconut Pudding is a rich and comforting dessert made with full-fat coconut milk, sweetened to perfection, and thickened with cornstarch to achieve a smooth, luscious texture. Enhanced with a hint of vanilla and topped with lightly toasted coconut flakes, it is a delightful dairy-free treat perfect for a refreshing and elegant finish to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch or tapioca starch
- 1/4 cup sugar or preferred sweetener
- Pinch of salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Garnish
- Lightly toasted coconut flakes for garnish
Instructions
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, whisk together the cornstarch, sugar, and salt until fully blended to form a smooth, lump-free base for the pudding.
- Add Coconut Milk and Heat: Slowly pour in the full-fat coconut milk while whisking continuously to incorporate the liquid smoothly. Place the saucepan over medium heat.
- Thicken the Pudding: Stir the mixture constantly to prevent sticking or clumping as it heats. Continue whisking for about 5 to 7 minutes until the mixture thickens to a pudding-like consistency.
- Remove from Heat and Add Vanilla: Once thickened, take the saucepan off the heat and stir in the vanilla extract to infuse the pudding with flavor and aroma.
- Chill and Serve: Pour the pudding into serving dishes or ramekins, cover them with plastic wrap pressed directly onto the surface to avoid a skin forming, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours until fully set and chilled. Garnish with lightly toasted coconut flakes before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute cornstarch with tapioca starch for a slightly different texture.
- Adjust the sweetness by using your preferred sweetener; maple syrup or honey work well.
- Ensure constant stirring while cooking to avoid lumps and scorching at the bottom.
- Covering the pudding surface with plastic wrap while chilling prevents a skin from forming.
- For a vegan option, confirm your sweetener choice is plant-based.
- Garnish with toasted coconut flakes enhances the texture and adds a nutty flavor.
