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A glass cup filled with homemade coconut pudding, showing its rich and smooth consistency, ready to be served.

Coconut Pudding Recipe: The Ultimate Creamy Treat

This easy Coconut Pudding Recipe delivers a luxuriously creamy and decadent dessert. Made with simple ingredients, this homemade pudding is packed with rich coconut flavor and comes together in just 20 minutes on the stovetop!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cans full-fat coconut milk (13.5 oz each)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Equipment

  • 1 Medium Saucepan
  • 1 Whisk
  • 6 Serving Dishes

Instructions
 

  1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the granulated sugar, cornstarch, and salt until well combined.
  2. In a separate medium bowl, whisk the egg yolks until smooth. Slowly pour in about 1 cup of the coconut milk mixture while whisking constantly to temper the eggs.
  3. Pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the pudding thickens and begins to gently bubble, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Pour the pudding into serving dishes. Cover with plastic wrap, pressing it directly onto the surface of the pudding.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until fully chilled and set. Serve with toasted coconut, if desired.

Notes

Ensure you use full-fat canned coconut milk for the best texture.
Whisking constantly is crucial to prevent the pudding from burning or becoming lumpy.
Chilling for the full 4 hours is essential for the pudding to set properly.
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