Tropical Tapioca
Transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise with this luscious Tropical Tapioca dessert! Featuring tender, translucent tapioca pearls simmered in velvety coconut milk with a hint of vanilla, this island-inspired treat perfectly balances creamy and fruity flavors. Layers of juicy, diced mango and tangy passion fruit pulp bring a refreshing burst of brightness, while a sprinkle of shredded coconut adds an irresistible touch of texture. Ready in just 35 minutes, this vibrant dessert can be served warm for cozy indulgence or chilled for a refreshing escape. Perfect for entertaining or enjoying a sweet moment of escape, this Tropical Tapioca is a feast for the senses and a celebration of tropical flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup small tapioca pearls
- 2 cups coconut milk
- 1 cup water
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 medium (peeled and diced) ripe mango
- 0.25 cup passion fruit pulp
- 2 tablespoons shredded coconut
- 4 leaves fresh mint leaves (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the tapioca pearls under cold water to remove excess starch. Drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, combine the coconut milk and water, and bring it to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Add the rinsed tapioca pearls to the saucepan. Reduce the heat to low and simmer the mixture, stirring occasionally, for about 15 minutes or until the tapioca pearls turn translucent.
Stir in the granulated sugar and continue to cook for another 5 minutes until the sugar is dissolved and the pudding thickens slightly.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Allow the pudding to cool for 5 minutes.
While the tapioca cools, prepare the mango by peeling and dicing it into small cubes.
In serving bowls or glasses, layer the tapioca pudding with diced mango and passion fruit pulp. Repeat the layers until the bowls are filled.
Sprinkle the shredded coconut on top of each serving for added texture and flavor.
Garnish each bowl with fresh mint leaves for a pop of color and freshness.
Serve immediately for a warm dessert or chill in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours for a refreshing cold treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1048 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.5 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 109 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 246.0 g | 89% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.2 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 123.4 g | ||
| Protein | 4.0 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 103 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1059 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.
