TOASTED COCONUT BANANA PUDDING FOR TWO
This is a mash-up of two of my favorite desserts, banana pudding and coconut cream pie. I sub in coconut milk and coconut cream to cut back on the dairy and add another layer of coconut flavor, then bump up the flavors with vanilla bean, toasted coconut, sliced bananas and crunchy vanilla wafers. Instead of committing to a big batch of pudding, you can make just enough for two servings in individual parfait glasses or jars.
Provided by Megan Mitchell
Categories dessert
Time 1h25m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine the coconut milk with the vanilla bean and seeds in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat.
- Meanwhile, whisk together the egg yolks, granulated sugar, cornstarch and salt in a medium heatproof bowl until pale yellow, 1 to 2 minutes. It'll clump together but loosen up as you whisk.
- Ladle some of the hot coconut milk into the yolk mixture and whisk together, then pour back into the pot and whisk fully. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat, whisking constantly, until thickened, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Remove from the heat and whisk in the vanilla extract, then pour through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean heatproof bowl. Cover with plastic wrap, making sure it touches the surface of the pudding so a film doesn't form, then place in the fridge to chill for 1 hour.
- When ready to assemble the puddings, take the canned coconut cream out of the fridge and open. Scoop the top solid part out, leaving the liquid in the can, and place in a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment. (Alternatively, place it in a large bowl and use a handheld mixer.) Add the confectioners' sugar and whisk on high speed for 20 seconds, then add 1 to 3 tablespoons of the liquid from the can, until your desired consistency is reached. The coconut whipped cream should be smooth and fluffy.
- To a parfait glass or glass jar, add 2 to 3 tablespoons of the vanilla pudding followed by 5 or 6 slices of banana, 1 to 2 tablespoons of the coconut whipped cream, 2 wafer cookies crumbled and a sprinkle of toasted coconut. Repeat this layering once more, then finish with a scoop of pudding, a scoop of whipped cream, 2 or 3 slices of banana, a crumbled vanilla wafer and sprinkle of toasted coconut. Repeat with the second glass. Serve right away.
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Belle Hindall
h@hotmail.com5 stars! This pudding is a keeper.
Corena Kinsey
c6@hotmail.comI highly recommend this pudding. It's a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that everyone will love.
Abidur Rahman
rahman@gmail.comThis pudding is the perfect way to end a meal. It's light and refreshing, but still satisfying.
oscar offin
oscar15@aol.comI love the way the toasted coconut topping adds a little crunch to this pudding.
Kaliiffaa Abnegaa
k50@hotmail.comThis pudding is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, creamy, and delicious.
Lydiah Kubo
k-lydiah@aol.comI made this pudding for my family, and they all loved it. Even my picky eater couldn't resist.
Ma Bao
ma_bao@hotmail.co.ukThis pudding is so delicious and easy to make. I love that I can use ingredients that I usually have on hand.
Faisal Malek
fmalek70@aol.comI've made this pudding several times now, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.
Bekka Hernandez
hernandez-b@yahoo.comThis pudding is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I highly recommend it.
Elisna Marthinus
m.elisna@yahoo.comI love the combination of coconut and banana in this pudding. It's a unique and delicious flavor.
Eman Eman
emane@yahoo.comThis pudding is so rich and creamy. It's the perfect dessert for a special occasion.
orn raja
raja_o@hotmail.comI made this pudding for a potluck, and it was a hit! Everyone loved it, and I even got a few requests for the recipe. I'll definitely be making this again.
Mehtab Alam
m-alam@yahoo.comThis pudding is a great way to use up overripe bananas. I had a few bananas that were about to go bad, so I decided to make this pudding. It turned out great, and I'm so glad I didn't throw the bananas away.
Wayne Smith
w54@yahoo.comI'm not usually a fan of coconut, but I really enjoyed this pudding. The banana flavor really balanced out the coconut, and the toasted coconut topping was the perfect finishing touch.
Jena Hall
h_j@yahoo.comI was pleasantly surprised by how easy this pudding was to make. I didn't have any trouble finding the ingredients, and the instructions were clear and concise. The pudding turned out great, and my family loved it.
Tania Akter
t@aol.comThis pudding was a delightful treat! The coconut and banana flavors complemented each other perfectly, and the toasted coconut topping added a nice crunch. I would definitely make this again.