Recipe: Haupia (Coconut Pudding)
An old-school Hawaiian coconut dessert is the perfect creamy ending to any meal
This creamy custard dessert is easy to make and fun to eat. The little coconut squares are the perfect bite to end any meal, both in Hawaii and on the mainland, too.
To learn more, read "Goochie Mane."
Recipe adapted from Mark Noguchi, Mission Social Hall & Cafe, Honolulu, HI
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Haupia (Coconut Pudding)
Honolulu chef Mark Noguchi gives us his recipe for a creamy coconut custard dessert, the classic haupia.
Prep Time
10
minutes
Cook Time
15
minutes
servings
6
to 8 servings
Total time: 25 minutes
Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons cornstarch
- ¾ cup water
- One 12-ounce can coconut milk
- ½ cup sugar
- 3 tablespoons toasted coconut flakes
- Flaky sea salt, for garnish
Directions
- Lightly grease an 8-by-8-inch pan and line it with parchment paper, leaving a 1-inch overhang on the sides.
- In a small bowl, stir together the cornstarch and water until there are no lumps. Set aside.
- In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the coconut milk and sugar, and bring to a boil. Add the cornstarch-water mixture in a slow and steady stream, whisking constantly. After all of it has been added, reduce the heat to medium low and simmer, whisking constantly, until the mixture is thick and opaque, 12 to 15 minutes.
- Pour the haupia into the prepared pan and transfer to the refrigerator to chill and set, about 2 hours.
- Slice into 1½-inch squares, sprinkle with toasted coconut and flaky sea salt, and serve.
Nutrition
| Calories per Serving | 168 |
| Total Fat | 10.4 g |
| Saturated Fat | 9.2 g |
| Trans Fat | 0.0 |
| Cholesterol | 0.0 mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 19.6 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g |
| Total Sugars | 12.6 g |
| Sodium | 198.2 mg |
| Protein | 1.0 g |
The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
