Mango Coconut Tapioca Pudding
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Ingredients
- 1/2 cup tapioca flour (small pearl tapioca)
- 2 cans (800ml) full-fat coconut milk (gum-free (no gellan, guar, or xanthan gum), organic)
- 2 cups frozen mango (thawed, plus extra for topping)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (alcohol-free)
- 1 lime (zested and juiced)
- pinch sea salt
- 2 tbsp coconut flakes (toasted, for garnish)
Always verify ingredients meet your specific dietary needs and check for allergens.
Creamy, tropical, and utterly satisfying - this pudding brings island flavors to your table.
Instructions
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In a medium saucepan, combine tapioca pearls with 2 cups of water. Let soak for 30 minutes (or follow package directions for quick-cook tapioca).
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Bring tapioca and soaking water to a boil over medium heat, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.
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Reduce heat and simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring often, until tapioca pearls are mostly translucent.
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Stir in coconut milk, maple syrup, and salt. Continue cooking for 5-8 minutes, stirring frequently, until mixture thickens.
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Remove from heat and stir in vanilla, lime juice, and half the lime zest.
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In a blender, puree 1.5 cups of the mango until smooth. Dice remaining mango for topping.
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Fold mango puree into the tapioca mixture, creating swirls of orange throughout.
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Serve warm or transfer to serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to chill.
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Top with diced mango, toasted coconut flakes, and remaining lime zest before serving.
Tips
- Small pearl tapioca creates the classic pudding texture; large pearls make it more like boba
- Pudding will thicken as it cools - if too thick, stir in a splash of coconut milk
- For a mousse-like texture, blend the finished pudding before chilling
- Try with other tropical fruits: papaya, passion fruit, or pineapple
- Toast coconut flakes in a dry pan over medium heat for 2-3 minutes
Notes
A tropical twist on classic tapioca pudding. The combination of creamy coconut, sweet mango, and bright lime is irresistible. Can be served warm or chilled - both are delicious. For best results, use small pearl tapioca and give it time to fully hydrate. Prep time includes 30 minutes for soaking tapioca.