TEMBLEQUE

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This desert is typically served during Christmas time. Personally, I never wait that long to have this yummy coco-nutty desert.

Provided by l0ve2c00k

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h15m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups coconut milk
1/2 cup cornstarch
2/3 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon orange blossom water (optional)
ground cinnamon, to sprinkle

Steps:

  • In a saucepan dissolve cornstarch in 1/4 cup coconut milk.
  • Once dissolved add the rest of the coconut milk, sugar, and salt.
  • Cook at medium-high heat stirring constantly!
  • As it thickens, lower heat until it boils thick.
  • Pour right away into wet molds, pans or cups.
  • Cool and then cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  • Carefully separate the tembleque from the mold using a knife.
  • Turn it over unto a dish. Sprinkle with cinnamon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252.8, Fat 17.5, SaturatedFat 15.5, Sodium 146.7, Carbohydrate 24.2, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 17.2, Protein 2.7

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