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Chinese Coconut Pudding

Creamy Chinese Coconut Pudding: Effortless 5-Ingredient Bliss

This delightful Chinese Coconut Pudding is a creamy, five-ingredient dessert that is gluten-free and easy to prepare.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pudding
  • 0.5 cup sugar Sweetness enhances flavor; consider a sugar alternative for a lighter option.
  • 3 tablespoons gelatin Provides structure; reduce to 2 tablespoons for a softer texture.
  • 1 cup boiling water Activates gelatin, crucial for pudding firmness.
  • 1 cup milk Contributes creaminess; swap for almond or oat milk for a dairy-free treat.
  • 1 can coconut milk The star ingredient for rich flavor; full-fat is best for creaminess.
  • 0.5 teaspoon almond extract Adds depth to the coconut flavor; swap for vanilla if preferred.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula
  • silicone molds
  • whisk
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chinese Coconut Pudding
  1. In a large mixing bowl, add ½ cup sugar and pour in 1 cup of boiling water. Whisk vigorously until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  2. Sprinkle 3 tablespoons of gelatin evenly over the sugar water mixture. Allow it to sit undisturbed for 2 minutes.
  3. Once the gelatin is dissolved, pour in 1 cup of milk, followed by 1 can of coconut milk. Whisk until well combined.
  4. Carefully pour the mixture into a rectangular container or silicone molds, filling to about two-thirds full.
  5. Cover with plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator. Let it chill for at least 4 hours, or until fully set.
  6. Gently remove the pudding from the refrigerator. If using silicone molds, briefly submerge them in hot water.
  7. Serve the pudding chilled, perhaps garnished with fresh fruit or a drizzle of sweetened coconut cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze portions for up to 2 months.

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