椰汁糕 Chinese Coconut Milk Pudding is a refreshingly creamy, smooth and lightly sweetened popular Asian dessert. This zero-fail dairy-free vegan only requires four simple ingredients!
This homemade coconut milk pudding is healthier than Chinese restaurants serving Hong Kong dim sum. We rely on the natural sweetness of coconut milk and lightly sweeten it with Monk Fruit sugar replacement! In fact, this homemade version will satisfy any sweet tooth and impress your vegan friends!
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- 椰汁糕 Vegan Chinese Coconut Milk Pudding (Easy)
Ingredients and Substitutes
Making an easy dessert with coconut milk is effortless, whips up quickly, and is customizable!
If you are wondering if you can use coconut milk to make pudding, the answer is YES! Full fat coconut milk makes a luscious dessert! The creamy pudding turns out super silky and velvety!
The beauty of this easy vegan coconut milk dessert is that it is dairy-free and egg free - no egg whites or egg yolks. A cornstarch mixture is not even required!
All the ingredients can be purchased at your local grocery stores or online.
- Full-Fat Coconut Milk
- Drinking Water (previously boiled or filtered water)
- Agar Agar Powder (Vegan) or Gelatin Powder
- Monk Fruit Sugar, Maple Syrup, Cane Sugar, or Brown Sugar
Optional Toppings
- Fresh Fruit
- Tapioca Pearls
- Sago
- Coconut Flakes
Vegan coconut pudding vs Chia Pudding
Chinese coconut milk pudding is very different compared to chia pudding.
Chia pudding is gloppy, while quick coconut milk dessert resembles a smooth coconut jelly.
If you are looking for a quick sweet treat, this vegan Osmanthus Flower Jelly made with Agar Agar powder is a healthy snack!
How To Make Chinese Coconut Milk Pudding
Add cold water to a large bowl, followed by agar agar powder for a vegan pudding. Gelatin powder is a good substitute but is not a plant-based ingredient. Mix well with a whisk to dissolve.
Add a can of full-fat coconut milk to the liquid mixture. To create a creamy texture, you can also mix a can of coconut cream with a can of unsweetened light coconut milk. Mix well with a whisk to combine.
Pour the eggless coconut pudding mixture into a small saucepan and heat over low heat. Combine and melt the Agar Agar powder. Do not bring it to a boil. As long as the thickening agent fully dissolves.
Lightly grease the mould with vegetable oil or line it with plastic wrap. This will help you remove the pudding from the mould later.
Pour the liquid into a mould or pyrex glass container. Let the liquid cool down.
Place the whole thing in the refrigerator to set it overnight.
Serve and enjoy this delicious vegan coconut dessert s cold. There is no added sugar. In fact, this vegan dessert does not contain much sugar at all!
Consider serving this quick coconut cream dessert with favorite fruits, chocolate shavings or toasted coconut flakes.
Two-Layered Coconut Milk Pudding
If you plan to make a two-layered coconut milk pudding with different flavours, fill half the container with a coconut milk base. Set in the refrigerator overnight.
The next day, make another batch of coconut milk pudding and add your favourite flavours, such as cocoa powder or fresh mango fruit puree.
Pour over previously chilled coconut pudding. Let cool to room temperature.
Place the whole thing in the refrigerator to set it overnight.
Variations
Canned coconut milk recipes are versatile and customizable with your favourite flavours.
- Silky mango pudding desserts with coconut milk
- Layered coconut milk pudding with coconut water or cocoa powder
- Layered coconut milk pudding with MILO malted chocolate
- Drizzle evaporated milk for extra creaminess (not vegan)
Another delicious recipe made with coconut milk is this delicious Alkaline Toasted Coconut and Lemon Salad Dressing!
How Long Does Coconut Pudding Last?
Next time before you reach for that sugary drink or that box of store-bought chocolate chip cookies, consider this low-carb, dairy-free dessert instead.
For good measure, I highly recommend making a big batch of easy pudding to store in the refrigerator in an airtight storage container. The thick coconut milk jelly pudding will last a couple of days chilled.
What To Serve With Delicious Vegan Coconut Desserts
Delicious vegan coconut desserts are a great way to end a meal.
- Vegan Blueberry Lemon Nice Cream
- Air Fryer Salt and Pepper Tofu
- Vegan Tofu Stir Fry
- Vegan Egg Drop Soup with Just Egg 蛋花湯
- Air Fryer Bean Curd Sheets with Baby Bok Choy
Easy desserts made with just a few simple ingredients and natural sweetness are a delicious way to nail your family dinner gathering!
I guarantee that this will become one of your favorite desserts!
I'd love to see how you went with this creamy dessert! Leave a comment below or tag me on Instagram @INSTANOMSS #INSTANOMSS.
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Print椰汁糕 Vegan Chinese Coconut Milk Pudding (Easy)
椰汁糕 Chinese Coconut Milk Pudding is a refreshingly creamy, smooth and lightly sweetened popular Asian dessert. This zero-fail dairy-free, eggless vegan treat only requires four simple ingredients! This homemade coconut milk pudding is healthier than Chinese restaurants serving Hong Kong dim sum. We rely on the natural sweetness of coconut milk and lightly sweeten it with Monk Fruit sugar replacement! In fact, this homemade version will satisfy any sweet tooth and impress your vegan friends!
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 5
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 persons 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Boil
- Cuisine: Chinese, Vegan
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 400 ml Full-Fat Coconut milk
- 100 ml Drinking water (previously boiled or filtered water)
- 29g Gelatin powder
- 60g Monk Fruit Sugar
Instructions
- Add cold water to a large bowl, followed by agar agar powder and monk fruit sugar. Mix well with a whisk to dissolve.
- Add a can of full-fat coconut milk to the liquid mixture.
- Pour the eggless coconut pudding mixture into a small saucepan and heat over low heat. Combine and melt the Agar Agar powder. Do not bring it to a boil. As long as the thickening agent fully dissolves.
- Lightly grease the mould with vegetable oil or line it with plastic wrap. This will help you remove the pudding from the mould later.
- Pour the liquid into a mould or pyrex glass container. Let the liquid cool down.
- Place the whole thing in the refrigerator to set it overnight.
- Serve and enjoy this delicious vegan coconut desserts cold.
Equipment
Rubbermaid brilliance container
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- Coconut Milk Pudding can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days in this 100% airtight, leakproof container.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 68.9 g
- Sodium: 253.2 mg
- Fat: 13.6 g
- Carbohydrates: 80.7 g
- Fiber: 0.4 g
- Protein: 3.7 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
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Winnie says
I have just made this twice with agar agar powder 29g as instructed in the recipe but each time the mixture has come out solid and not like a jelly. I’m not sure what I’m doing wrong. The agar agar powder I got had instructions on the back to soak it for 10 minutes then bring up to 95C before cooling down which is what I did.
I also tried not heating it up to that temperature but then it didn’t set!
Katie says
This coconut milk pudding is amazing! Super rich and delicious
Cindy says
Creamy and delicious! This is a keeper!
Erin says
This Chinese coconut milk pudding is such a perfect recipe for a hot day ... thank you!
KF says
You mentioned in the instructions that "To create a creamy texture, you can also mix a can of coconut cream with a can of unsweetened light coconut milk."
However, you did not mention how much more of the other ingredients (water, gelatin powder, sugar) I will need to increase as well in order to achieve the same consistency as opposed to just using 400ml of Coconut Milk alone.
Nancy says
Hello, you can mix coconut cream with a can of unsweetened light coconut milk of equal portion to substitute for 400 ml Full-Fat Coconut milk. So 200ml coconut cream + 200ml unsweetened light coconut milk to replace 400ml of Full-Fat Coconut milk. Hope this helps clarifies your question. thanks
KF says
Great!! Thanks so much for the quick response. I am going to make it this very minute. As soon as my wife saw me take out the ingredients, she’s all hyped up now.
Nancy says
that's awesome!! She must be so lucky to have someone make this for her!
Choclette says
Your coconut pudding looks really lovely. Can't wait to try it. Just need to get hold of some agar agar. I don't know what happened to the last pack I bought.
Nancy says
Oh no!! I'm sure it's just hiding! Hope you got to make it!!
Beth says
I can't believe how easy this is. Absolutely delicious. Thanks for a great recipe!
Nancy says
100% just simple and wholesome ingredients!
Shadi Hasanzade says
So easy and delicious! My family loved it!
Nancy says
Cheers to that!
Andrea says
I can't believe this coconut milk pudding is this easy to make. I'm looking forward to trying it.
Nancy says
Enjoy this easy and refreshing dessert!
Gina Abernathy says
This was so creamy and smooth. The perfect dessert.
Nancy says
Everyone in the family loves this easy dessert!
kushigalu says
Drooling over this delicious coconut milk pudding. thanks for sharing
Nancy says
don't drool it! It's easy to make. You can enjoy it in no time!
Mahy says
If you as me, I love everything pudding... so this recipe is definitely something I would try.
Nancy says
You must try this classic coconut pudding !! it's super refreshing!
Anjali says
Love this vegan dessert!! It was creamy, perfectly sweet and surprisingly easy to make!
Nancy says
This vegan coconut milk pudding is kid friendly and delicious to make!
Charla says
We use a lot of coconut milk in our Caribbean dishes, including dessert but we don't make puddings like this. I would love to try this as it's different from my cultural foods.
Nancy says
You will love this coconut jello!
Charles A Lewis says
I can't wait to try this coconut milk, egg free dessert! It;s super easy to make and it looks deelish!
Nancy says
Charles - i hear it calling your name!
Katie says
Love this vegan coconut milk pudding recipe so much! It's easy to make and so delicious!
Nancy says
High five Katie! Zero fail a success!
Addie says
Such a beautiful and Delicious dessert! Definitely unforgettable and so easy too.
Nancy says
Addie you are amazing. Appreciate you!
Andrea says
this milk pudding turned out so tasty!
Nancy says
Wasn't it so refreshing?
Deb says
Love that this is vegan. I made it last weekend for a family brunch and all were pleased!
Nancy says
Vegans and carnivores all love this classic recipe!
Rupali says
Such a pretty dessert! And tasted delicious too. I added a drop of pink food colour and it looked super cute!
Nancy says
What a great idea on the food coloring!
Giangi Townsend says
That looks and sounds fantastic, look forward to making it . Thank you for sharing
Nancy says
Enjoy Giangi!
Jenn says
So delicious thank you for the recipe!
Nora says
They look really pretty! I will try your recipe this weekend right away! Am excited!
Jacqui says
Made it with agar and it came out great! Such a cute and decorative dessert
Juliette says
This Chinese coconut milk pudding looks delicious and beautiful.
Nancy says
I'm so happy to hear that you love this easy asian desserts!
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This Chinese coconut milk pudding looks beautiful
Nancy says
Thanks Juliet!
Aimee Mars says
I've been looking for something with coconut milk and this recipe popped up. Easy to make and delicious!
Nancy says
Hi Aimee - i'm so glad this easy coconut milk recipe found you!
Holley says
This is such a fun and delicious dessert! Great recipe!
Nancy says
Thanks Holley! Enjoy!
cam says
This was sooo creamy and delicious! I loved how few ingredients were needed and it was so easy to make!
Nancy says
I totally agree! I love easy but tasty desserts too!
Michelle says
This is such a beautiful dish! I can't believe how simple the ingredients are!
Nancy says
Did you make it with coconut milk or did you add in fresh fruits too?
Katie says
This is so cool! I am hooked on this delicious recipe!
Nancy says
Enjoy Katie! It takes no time to make!
Anjali says
This coconut milk pudding was so easy to make and was so tasty! My kids loved it too!
Nancy says
my DD is OBSEESSED with this chinese coconut milk jelly too!
Marina says
My picky eaters loved your coconut pudding. I love it when I find a healthy desssert as this one, thanks!
Nancy says
hooray!! I'm so happy that this coconut milk pudding is kid friendly!
Natalie says
Nothing gives me more pleasure than to find a healthy, but tasteful dessert. My kids and I loved your vegan pudding, thanks!
Nancy says
Thanks Natalie! I knew you would love it!
kushigalu says
This pudding looks so creamy and delicious. Pinned to try this soon.
Nancy says
Thanks for your support !
Ieva says
So easy and delicious! We love coconut flavour and these really hit the spot! Unfortunately, we couldn't find any monk fruit sugar, but maple syrup worked just as well! Thanks for another great recipe 🙂
Nancy says
You can find monk fruit sugar on easily on Amazon or Costco. But yes Maple Syrup works just as lovely!
Shashi at Savory Spin says
This is such a gorgeous, elegant and easy dessert! Thanks so much for sharing this - definitely a winner!
Nancy says
Thanks Shashi! It is kid friendly too!