Ingredients
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- 1 can coconut milk
- 1½ cups whole milk
- ½ cup sugar
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a saucepan until well combined.
- Gradually add the coconut milk and whole milk, whisking continuously until the mixture is smooth.
- Cook this mixture over medium heat, whisking constantly, until it thickens, about 7 to 9 minutes.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract, with the option to add butter for extra richness.
- Pour the pudding into cups or bowls, cover them with plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for about 2 hours.
- Before serving, top with whipped cream, toasted coconut, or fresh fruit for added flavor and decoration.
Notes
Store leftover pudding covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Avoid adding toppings until just before serving for best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg