Tembleque (Puerto Rican Style Coconut Pudding)

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 1

Puerto Rican Style Tembleque: A Rich and Creamy Coconut Pudding

Tembleque (Puerto Rican Style Coconut Pudding)

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

5 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

4h 25min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

347

Sugar

19g

Fat

21g

Tembleque is a traditional dessert from Puerto Rico, which means "wiggly" or "jiggly." It is a custard-like pudding that is made with cream of coconut, milk, and cornstarch, then flavored with vanilla and topped with cinnamon or coconut flakes. The dish is a common sight on Puerto Rican dinner tables during Christmas celebrations, but it can be enjoyed any time of the year. Tembleque has a smooth and velvety texture and is often served chilled in individual dishes.

Instructions

1.	In a medium saucepan, pour in cream of coconut and milk and whisk well to combine.
2.	Gradually add in cornstarch while whisking continuously to prevent lumps from forming.
3.	Add sugar and vanilla extract to the mixture and whisk thoroughly until everything is well combined.
4.	Cook the mixture over medium heat for 15 to 20 minutes, or until it has become thick enough to coat the back of your spoon.
5.	Divide the mixture into ramekins or a shallow baking dish and let it cool down.
6.	Refrigerate for at least 4 hours to let it set.
7.	Garnish with ground cinnamon, flaked coconut, or both before serving.

PROS

Tembleque is a quick and easy dessert to prepare.

It is gluten-free, nut-free, and vegan-friendly, making it a great option for people with dietary restrictions.

It is a great way to use up leftover cream of coconut and is a refreshing dessert for hot summer days.

CONS

Tembleque is a sweet dessert and may not be suitable for people who are trying to limit their sugar intake.

It contains a considerable amount of saturated fat due to the use of cream of coconut.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Coconuts are rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
Drinking coconut milk has been shown to help reduce inflammation and protect against heart disease.
However, cream of coconut is high in calories and saturated fat, so it should be consumed in moderation.

	7 ounces cream of coconut ( approx 1/2 can )
	2 1/2 cups milk
	1/2 cup cornstarch
	4 tablespoons sugar ( or to taste )
	1 teaspoon vanilla
	ground cinnamon , and or flaked coconut