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Creamy Chinese Coconut Pudding Recipe

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Chinese Coconut Pudding is a smooth, silky dessert made from creamy coconut milk, sweetened lightly with sugar, and set with gelatin. This refreshing treat is popular in Chinese cuisine for its delicate flavor and cooling texture, perfect to enjoy chilled on warm days.

Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons gelatin powder
  • 1/2 cup sugar

Instructions

  1. Prepare Gelatin: In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin powder over 1/4 cup of cold water and let it bloom for 5 minutes until the gelatin absorbs the water and becomes spongy.
  2. Heat Coconut Milk Mixture: In a saucepan, combine the coconut milk and sugar. Warm over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar completely dissolves, making sure the mixture does not boil.
  3. Dissolve Gelatin into Coconut Milk: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the bloomed gelatin until fully dissolved and incorporated into the coconut milk mixture.
  4. Set the Pudding: Pour the coconut milk and gelatin mixture into individual serving molds or a large dish. Allow it to cool to room temperature.
  5. Chill: Transfer the pudding to the refrigerator and chill for at least 4 hours or until the pudding is fully set and firm.
  6. Serve: Once set, remove from molds if desired, and serve chilled. Optionally, garnish with fresh fruits or a drizzle of coconut milk for extra flavor.

Notes

  • You can substitute gelatin with agar-agar for a vegetarian version.
  • Adjust the sugar amount to your taste preference.
  • Ensure the coconut milk does not boil to avoid curdling.
  • Refrigerate for at least 4 hours for proper setting.
  • Serve cold for best texture and flavor.

Keywords: Chinese Coconut Pudding, Coconut Milk Dessert, Gelatin Pudding, Asian Dessert, Chilled Coconut Pudding