Coconut Tapioca Pudding
Indulge in the creamy, tropical flavors of Coconut Tapioca Pudding, a delightful dessert that’s both comforting and elegant. Featuring tender pearls of small tapioca simmered in a luscious blend of full-fat coconut milk and whole milk (or almond milk for a dairy-free option), this recipe is naturally gluten-free and brimming with a subtle sweetness, thanks to granulated sugar and aromatic vanilla extract. The pudding achieves a silky, pudding-like texture with just 30 minutes of cooking time, making it an easily achievable treat. Ideal for serving warm, room temperature, or chilled, this dish can be beautifully elevated with a garnish of fresh fruit or toasted coconut for added vibrancy and crunch. Whether you're craving a cozy dessert or a light tropical indulgence, Coconut Tapioca Pudding is a versatile and crowd-pleasing favorite! Perfect for SEO-friendly searches like gluten-free pudding recipes or coconut milk desserts!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cups Small pearl tapioca
- 2 cups Water
- 1 cups Full-fat coconut milk
- 1 cups Whole milk (or almond milk for dairy-free)
- 0.25 cups Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 pinches Pinch of salt
- optional Fresh fruit or toasted coconut (for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, add the small pearl tapioca and cover with 2 cups of water. Let the tapioca soak for 30 minutes.
After soaking, drain the tapioca using a fine-mesh sieve and set it aside.
In a medium saucepan, combine the coconut milk, whole milk (or almond milk), granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt. Stir well to combine.
Add the drained tapioca pearls to the saucepan and place it over medium heat.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently to prevent the tapioca from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
Reduce the heat to low and continue cooking, stirring frequently, for about 15 to 20 minutes, or until the tapioca pearls turn translucent and the mixture thickens to a pudding-like consistency.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Let the pudding cool slightly before serving. It will thicken further as it cools.
Serve the pudding warm, at room temperature, or chilled. Top with fresh fruit, toasted coconut, or your preferred garnish for added texture and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1385 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 65.4 g | 84% | |
| Saturated Fat | 55.7 g | 278% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 24 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 291 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 196.3 g | 71% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.8 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 84.5 g | ||
| Protein | 14.0 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 373 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 1082 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
