Vegan Tapioca Almond Pudding
Indulge in the creamy, nutty delight of Vegan Tapioca Almond Pudding, a plant-based twist on a classic comfort dessert. Made with small pearl tapioca, velvety almond milk, and rich coconut milk, this dairy-free pudding achieves the perfect balance of luscious texture and natural sweetness. A hint of maple syrup, vanilla, and almond extracts elevates its flavor, making each spoonful irresistibly aromatic. This dessert is simple to prepare, requiring just 10 minutes of hands-on prep before letting the tapioca pearls work their magic on the stovetop. Serve it chilled, adorned with crunchy toasted almonds and vibrant fresh fruit for an elegant finish. Perfect for vegans and tapioca pudding lovers alike, this recipe is both gluten-free and effortlessly satisfying—ideal for any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Small pearl tapioca
- 3 cups Almond milk (unsweetened)
- 1 cup Coconut milk (full-fat, canned)
- 0.333333 cup Maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Almond extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Chopped toasted almonds (optional, for garnish)
- 1 cup Fresh fruit or berries (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the tapioca pearls with 1 cup of almond milk. Let the pearls soak for 30 minutes to soften slightly.
After soaking, transfer the tapioca mixture to a medium-sized saucepan. Add the remaining almond milk, coconut milk, and salt. Stir well to combine.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Stir frequently to prevent the tapioca pearls from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
Cook the mixture for 20-25 minutes, or until the tapioca pearls are translucent and the pudding has thickened. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.
Once the pudding has thickened, reduce the heat to low. Stir in the maple syrup, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Taste and adjust the sweetness if needed.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the pudding cool slightly for 5-10 minutes. It will continue to thicken as it cools.
Spoon the pudding into individual serving dishes or a large bowl. Allow it to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until chilled.
Before serving, garnish with chopped toasted almonds and fresh fruit or berries, if desired.
Serve the pudding chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
499 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.1 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.7 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 261 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 84.3 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.7 g | ||
| Protein | 3.5 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.9 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 378 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 307 mg | 7% | |
*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.
