Haupia (Hawaiian Coconut Pudding)
Haupia – pronounced “how-pee-ah” – is a traditional Hawaiian dessert. While it’s considered a pudding, it’s a firm, sliceable, cool treat that’s made with coconut milk and just sweet enough to satisfy that sweet tooth.
Haupia (Hawaiian Coconut Pudding)
Servings: 16 Slices
Calories: 68kcal
Ingredients
- ½ cup (120 mL) water
- 5 tablespoons (38 g) cornstarch
- 1 (13.5-ounce) can full-fat coconut milk
- 4 tablespoons (50 g) granulated sugar
Instructions
- Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper and set aside.
- Stir the water and cornstarch together in a small bowl to make a slurry. Set aside.
- Add the coconut milk and sugar to a medium saucepan and whisk to combine. Heat over medium heat, whisking frequently, until just before boiling.
- Slowly pour in the cornstarch slurry while whisking continuously. Lower the heat to medium-low and whisk continuously as it comes to a boil.
- Continue to cook until very thick, whisking the entire time. Transfer to the prepared pan and spread it evenly in the pan, smoothing out the top.
- Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate at least 4 hours until set firm. Slice into 16 pieces and serve.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Haupia (Hawaiian Coconut Pudding)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 68
Calories from Fat 45
% Daily Value*
Fat 5g8%
Saturated Fat 5g25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 1g
Sodium 4mg0%
Potassium 53mg2%
Carbohydrates 6g2%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 1g2%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 5mg1%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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