Vegan Sago Pudding
Indulge in the creamy, dreamy delight of Vegan Sago Pudding, a plant-based twist on a classic dessert. This luscious treat features small tapioca pearls simmered to perfection in a rich blend of coconut milk and almond milk, sweetened naturally with maple syrup and enhanced with a hint of vanilla. Perfectly customizable, this dairy-free pudding can be elevated with fresh mango or your favorite fruits for an irresistible tropical flair. Ready in just 40 minutes, this gluten-free dessert makes an excellent choice for vegan-friendly entertaining or a comforting weeknight indulgence. Serve it warm for a cozy experience or chilled for a refreshing finale—either way, every spoonful is a velvety burst of flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup small tapioca pearls (sago)
- 4 cups water
- 1 can coconut milk
- 1 cup almond milk
- 4 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup fresh mango or other fruit (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the tapioca pearls under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and prevents them from sticking together.
In a medium saucepan, bring the 4 cups of water to a boil. Add the rinsed tapioca pearls and let them boil for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
After 10 minutes, drain the pearls in a fine mesh sieve and rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process.
In the same saucepan, combine the coconut milk, almond milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
Add the cooked tapioca pearls into the coconut milk mixture. Reduce the heat to low and let the pudding simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring frequently, until the tapioca pearls become translucent and the mixture thickens.
Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more maple syrup if desired.
Once thickened, remove from heat and let the pudding cool slightly.
For a tropical twist, serve the pudding warm or chilled topped with fresh mango pieces or any fruit of choice.
Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container; serve chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1462 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.1 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.2 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 830 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 355.5 g | 129% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.1 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 139.6 g | ||
| Protein | 3.9 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 549 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 872 mg | 19% | |
*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.
