Best 6 Easy Haupia Recipes

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Immerse yourself in the delightful flavors of haupia, a traditional Hawaiian dessert that captivates taste buds with its smooth and creamy texture. This versatile treat, often served at special gatherings and celebrations, holds a special place in Hawaiian culture. Discover the secrets of creating this luscious dessert with a collection of easy-to-follow recipes that cater to various dietary preferences. Embark on a culinary journey and unveil the delectable secrets of haupia, a true gem of Hawaiian cuisine.

1. **Classic Haupia:** Experience the authentic taste of haupia with this classic recipe that stays true to its traditional roots. Using coconut milk, sugar, cornstarch, and a touch of salt, you'll create a creamy and flavorful haupia that will transport you to the heart of Hawaii.

2. **Vegan Haupia:** Delight in a plant-based version of haupia that compromises neither taste nor texture. This recipe swaps out coconut milk for a combination of almond milk and coconut cream, resulting in a luscious and dairy-free haupia that caters to vegan and lactose-intolerant individuals.

3. **Keto Haupia:** Indulge in a keto-friendly rendition of haupia that satisfies your sweet cravings without compromising your dietary goals. Using a blend of coconut milk, heavy cream, sweetener, and gelatin, this recipe yields a rich and satisfying haupia that aligns with the principles of the ketogenic diet.

4. **Haupia Pie:** Elevate your dessert game with a heavenly haupia pie that combines a creamy haupia filling with a flaky and buttery crust. This recipe guides you through the process of making both components from scratch, ensuring a homemade pie that will impress your friends and family.

5. **Haupia Cheesecake:** Treat yourself to a decadent haupia cheesecake that seamlessly blends the creaminess of haupia with the velvety texture of cheesecake. This recipe combines a graham cracker crust, a haupia filling, and a cheesecake layer, resulting in a dessert that is both visually stunning and incredibly delicious.

6. **Haupia Mousse:** Indulge in a light and airy haupia mousse that offers a delightful textural contrast to the classic haupia. This recipe whips haupia, cream, and egg whites until fluffy, creating an ethereal dessert that is perfect for special occasions or as a refreshing treat.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HAUPIA (HAWAIIAN COCONUT PUDDING)



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Haupia is a classic Hawaiian dessert made from coconut milk, sugar, cornstarch, and water. It's like a cross between coconut jelly and pudding. Cut into square and eat chilled. Simple and refreshing!

Provided by Kathy YL Chan

Categories     Hawaii Recipes

Time 1h45m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 can coconut milk
5 tablespoons cornstarch
4 tablespoons sugar
1/2 cup water

Steps:

  • Mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl. Mix till the cornstarch is completely dissolved. Set aside.
  • In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the whole can of coconut milk and sugar. Whisk together, and keep whisking until it's just about to boil.
  • Slowly pour in the cornstarch/water mixture while whisking.
  • Turn the heat to low, and keep cooking for 10-15 minutes. You'll want to stay at the stove at this whole time, and whisk pretty frequently. You'll know the haupia is ready when it gets much thicker (almost "gluey") and starts to pull away from the side of the saucepan when you whisk.
  • Pour into a greased (or parchment paper lined) 8x8 pan. Let cool at room temperature for 15 minutes. Then cool in the fridge for 1-2 hours until set. Cut into squares and enjoy chilled ^_^

HAUPIA CAKE



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Provided by Food Network

Time 9h5m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup cake flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 eggs plus 2 yolks
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoon unsalted butter
4 cups unsweetened coconut milk
2 cups water
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup cornstarch
1 tablespoon shredded coconut, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees and grease a 9-inch round cake pan. To prepare the sponge cake, sift the flour and baking powder into a small mixing bowl. Using an electric mixer, beat the eggs and yolks at high speed for about 4 minutes, or until thick. Gradually add the sugar to the eggs and beat at medium speed for 4 to 5 minutes, until light and fluffy. Add the flour mixture to the eggs and beat at medium-low speed until just combined. Put the water and butter in a saucepan and stir over medium heat until the butter melts. Add to the batter and beat until combined.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan. Bake in the oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until an inserted toothpick comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan briefly, then remove and cool on a wire rack. Cover with plastic wrap or foil and place in the freezer, preferably overnight.
  • To prepare the haupia, place the coconut milk, 1 cup of the water, and the sugar in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Mix the cornstarch and the remaining 1 cup of water together in a bowl, add to the pan, and stir until the mixture return to a boil and thickens. Remove from the heat and keep warm in a double boiler.
  • Remove the sponge cake from the freezer and cut a thin slice off the top to level off the cake. Slice the cake in half horizontally to make 2 even layers. Pour some of the haupia over the bottom layer, to a thickness of about 1/2-inch. Place the top layer of cake over the haupia, gently pressing down. Pour more of the haupia over the top of the cake using a spatula to spread it around evenly. Any remaining haupia can be spread over the sides with a spatula (or chill it in a small shallow pan, cut it into squares, and serve with the cake -- or eat it before your company arrives!). Refrigerate the cake for 3 to 4 hours. When ready to serve, garnish with the shredded coconut.

EASY HAUPIA



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This is a traditional Hawaiian desert often found at luau's.

Provided by Hawaiian Deelit

Categories     Desserts     Custards and Pudding Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 4

5 tablespoons cornstarch
¼ cup white sugar
⅛ teaspoon salt
2 cups coconut milk

Steps:

  • Place the cornstarch, sugar, and salt into a saucepan; stir in 1/4 of the coconut milk to make a smooth paste. Stir in the remaining coconut milk, and bring to a simmer over low heat, stirring constantly. Cook and stir until thickened so that it coats the back of a spoon, about 5 minutes. Pour into a 9x13 inch baking dish; refrigerate until cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 51.5 calories, Carbohydrate 4.1 g, Fat 4 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 14.7 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

HAUPIA (HAWAIIAN COCONUT PUDDING)



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This is a great traditional coconut recipe. We serve this at our family luau every year.

Provided by ANNIE HIGHTOWER

Categories     Desserts     Custards and Pudding Recipes

Time 5h25m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 cups grated fresh coconut
2 cups boiling water
5 tablespoons cornstarch
5 tablespoons white sugar
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 pinch salt
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Stir coconut into boiling water in a large bowl. Let sit for 15 minutes, then strain through cheesecloth, squeezing out all of the liquid to yield 3 cups.
  • Stir together the cornstarch, sugar, nutmeg, and salt. Bring the coconut milk to a simmer in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Whisk in the sugar mixture, and cook until thickened, stirring constantly. When very thick, remove from heat ,and stir in vanilla. Pour into an 8x8-inch pan, and cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204.4 calories, Carbohydrate 17.9 g, Fat 14.9 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 13.2 g, Sodium 11 mg, Sugar 9.9 g

HAUPIA



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Make and share this Haupia recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (12 ounce) can coconut milk
4 -6 tablespoons sugar
4 -6 tablespoons cornstarch
3/4 cup water
1/2 teaspoon coconut extract (vanilla or Coconut rum can be used)
toasted coconut, for topping (optional)

Steps:

  • Pour coconut milk into saucepan.
  • Combine sugar and cornstarch; stir in water and blend well.
  • Stir sugar mixture into coconut milk; cook and stir over low heat until thickened add coconut extract.
  • Pour into 8-inch square pan and chill covered until firm.
  • Cut into 2-inch squares. Garnish with toasted coconut.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 62, Fat 4.5, SaturatedFat 4, Sodium 3.3, Carbohydrate 5.6, Sugar 3.1, Protein 0.4

HAUPIA CAKE



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I made this cake for our Hawaiian Luau, and several times since then! It's a pretty white cake layered with haupia filling, a Hawaiian coconut pudding. If you like coconut, this cake is really nice. Not too sweet. It's a little work, but well worth it in the end. If you don't want to do the layering, just make it in a 9x13 pan and only make a half batch of the haupia filling. Please note that preparation/cooking times are approximate and don't include chilling times.

Provided by Annisette

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 1 cake

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (18 ounce) box white cake mix
1 cup coconut milk, divided
2/3 cup water
2 egg whites
1 tablespoon unflavored gelatin
2 cups heavy cream
6 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon lemon extract
shredded coconut (amount needed to sprinkle over entire cake)
1 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup water
4 cups coconut milk
2 teaspoons vanilla

Steps:

  • MAKE CAKE & WHIPPED CREAM FROSTING: Preheat oven according to directions on cake mix. Grease and flour two 8 or 9-inch round cake pans.
  • Prepare the cake according to the package directions, using 2/3 cup of the coconut milk, water, and egg whites.
  • When cakes are finished baking, cool and cut each cake horizontally into 2 layers. If your top layers are mound-shaped, cut them so they are flat. (If your layers aren't flat, your filling/frosting will seep off the cake and you'll have a mess.)
  • Soften gelatin in remaining 1/3 cup of coconut milk. Dissolve over hot water. Cool completely.
  • In a bowl, whip the heavy cream. Fold the gelatin mixture, sugar, and extract into the whipped cream. Chill frosting until it is of spreading consistency.
  • MAKE HAUPIA FILLING: In a small bowl, mix together the sugar, salt, cornstarch and water. Set aside.
  • In a saucepan, heat the coconut milk. When hot, add the sugar mixture. Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla and cool.
  • Chill the filling until it is of spreading consistency.
  • ASSEMBLE THE CAKE: Spread the Haupia Filling between each cake layer (spread it on pretty thickly, about 1/2" thick or so). You'll have the following layers: cake, filling, cake, filling, cake, filling, cake.
  • Refrigerate assembled cake until set.
  • Frost entire cake with whipped cream mixture. Sprinkle coconut all over the cake sides and top.
  • Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.
  • NOTE: Cooking times are approximate and do not include chilling times.

Tips:

  • To ensure a smooth haupia, it's crucial to dissolve the cornstarch completely before adding it to the coconut milk mixture. This helps prevent any lumps from forming during the cooking process.
  • When adding the sugar to the haupia mixture, do so gradually while stirring constantly. This helps prevent the sugar from crystallizing and ensures it dissolves evenly.
  • Cook the haupia mixture over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens. Be patient, as this process can take 15-20 minutes. Avoid rushing it, as high heat can cause the haupia to curdle.
  • To achieve a perfectly smooth texture, strain the haupia mixture through a fine-mesh sieve before pouring it into the prepared pan. This step removes any lumps or impurities.
  • Refrigerate the haupia for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving. This allows it to set properly and develop its full flavor.
  • When serving the haupia, top it with shredded coconut, roasted macadamia nuts, or fresh fruit for an extra touch of flavor and texture.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, haupia is a delightful Hawaiian dessert that combines rich coconut flavors with a smooth and creamy texture. Whether you're a local or a visitor, this traditional treat is a must-try. With its simplicity and versatility, haupia can be enjoyed on its own or incorporated into various desserts like pies, cakes, and parfaits. So, gather your ingredients, follow the step-by-step instructions, and embark on a culinary journey to experience the tropical goodness of haupia.

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