Description
Coconut Cream Pudding Cups are a tropical delight that will whisk your taste buds away to paradise. With a creamy coconut base infused with vanilla and topped with fluffy whipped cream, these individual desserts are perfect for any occasion. Easy to make and endlessly adaptable, they promise a restaurant-quality experience right in your kitchen. Serve them at family gatherings or enjoy them as a sweet treat just because you deserve it.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups full-fat coconut milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- Whipped cream (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, gently heat the coconut milk and sugar over medium heat until warm, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
- In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water until smooth. Gradually whisk this into the warm coconut mixture to prevent lumps.
- Cook while stirring frequently for about 5-7 minutes or until thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract, salt, and shredded coconut.
- Pour into individual cups or bowls, cover with plastic wrap directly on the surface, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours.
- Serve topped with whipped cream and extra shredded coconut if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pudding cup (120g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg