COCONUT CUSTARD (TEMBLEQUE)

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Well this is real comfort food here in PR. My family and friends really enjoy this dessert. IS more common on Christmas but a make this all year long . I hope you enjoy it. :)

Provided by Ilean Maite Benvenuti

Categories     Puddings

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 c coconut milk, unsweetened
1/2 c sugar
1/2 c cornstarch
1/4 tsp salt
garnish: ground cinnamon, cinnamon sticks, or toasted coconut flakes

Steps:

  • 1. In a sauce pan mix together the cornstarch, sugar and salt.
  • 2. Whisk in the coconut milk and simmer over low to medium heat.
  • 3. Stir constantly until the mixture is thoroughly cooked and thickens.
  • 4. Remove the saucepan from the heat and pour pudding into a mold.
  • 5. Allow the pudding to chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour. Garnish with sprinkled ground cinnamon, a cinnamon stick, and/or toasted coconut flakes.

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