Creamy Chinese Coconut Pudding Recipe
Chinese Coconut Pudding is a silky, delicate dessert made from creamy coconut milk sweetened and set with gelatin. This simple yet refreshing treat offers a smooth texture and a subtle coconut flavor, perfect for cooling down on warm days or serving as a light dessert after a meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Refrigerating
- Cuisine: Chinese
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 400 ml coconut milk
- 2 teaspoons gelatin powder
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons warm water (for dissolving gelatin)
Instructions
- Prepare Gelatin: In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin powder over 2 tablespoons of warm water and let it bloom for about 5 minutes until it becomes spongy.
- Heat Coconut Milk: In a saucepan, gently warm the coconut milk over low heat. Add sugar and stir until fully dissolved but do not bring it to a boil.
- Combine Gelatin and Coconut Milk: Remove the coconut milk from heat and stir in the bloomed gelatin until completely dissolved and incorporated.
- Set the Pudding: Pour the mixture into serving molds or bowls. Allow it to cool slightly at room temperature before transferring to the refrigerator.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until the pudding is firm and set.
- Serve: Once set, serve chilled as a refreshing dessert. Optionally, garnish with fresh fruit or a drizzle of coconut cream.
Notes
- Ensure the gelatin is fully dissolved to avoid lumps in the pudding.
- Do not boil the coconut milk, as it may affect the pudding’s texture and flavor.
- You can substitute sugar with other sweeteners like honey or agave syrup but adjust sweetness to taste.
- For a vegan alternative, replace gelatin with agar-agar powder using equivalent amounts and adjust setting times.
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