Best 4 Tapioca Pudding Guilt Free Recipes

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Indulge in the guilt-free pleasure of our heavenly tapioca pudding, crafted with wholesome ingredients that nourish your body and soul. Dive into a symphony of flavors with our classic tapioca pudding, tantalize your taste buds with the luscious chocolate tapioca pudding, or embark on a tropical adventure with our exotic mango tapioca pudding. Each recipe promises a delightful experience, catering to a range of dietary preferences with gluten-free and vegan options available. Embrace the goodness of tapioca, a natural source of dietary fiber and essential minerals, as you savor these guilt-free delights.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

TROPICAL THAI COCONUT-TAPIOCA PUDDING



Tropical Thai Coconut-Tapioca Pudding image

A delicious and healthy dessert, Thai coconut-tapioca pudding is easy to make. Better yet, it's also vegan and gluten-free.

Provided by Darlene Schmidt

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup/4 ounces tapioca (seed or Asian pearl tapioca)
3 cups water (divided)
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 (13.5 ounces) can coconut milk (or "lite" coconut milk)
Garnish: table syrup (or maple syrup to serve)
Optional: 1 fresh mango (sliced)

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • In a medium bowl, cover tapioca with 1 cup water.
  • Let soak for 15 to 20 minutes or until the granules expand slightly. Avoid over-soaking or the tapioca will not be able to hold its shape.
  • Pour off excess water.
  • In a pot with a lid, combine tapioca, salt, and the remaining 2 cups water. Bring to a boil over high heat.
  • Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes. Stir occasionally, adding a little more water if necessary to prevent tapioca from bubbling and "spitting."
  • When the tapioca turns soft and a little gooey, turn off the heat and place the lid on tight. Let it sit at least 10 minutes. The residual heat inside the tapioca will finish turning all of the seeds soft and translucent.
  • Remove the lid and allow the tapioca to cool on the stovetop.
  • Cover it again and refrigerate until it's cold; it will thicken and gel together.
  • To serve, scoop about 1/4 cup or more of the cold tapioca per person and place in serving glasses or bowls.
  • Pour 1/4 to 1/3 cup coconut milk over each portion and stir to mix. This pudding should be on the runny side and you will have to stir it well to distribute the tapioca.
  • Add a little syrup to each portion (about 1 tablespoon or to taste). Each person can add more according to their preferred sweetness.
  • Add slices of fresh mango or any tropical fresh fruit, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256 kcal, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, Sodium 83 mg, Sugar 1 g, Fat 20 g, ServingSize 3-4 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

TAPIOCA PUDDING



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This homemade Tapioca Pudding recipe is a creamy, classic dessert that is easy to make and naturally gluten-free! It is the perfect dessert to make ahead and one that the whole family loves!

Provided by Lauren Allen

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup small pearl tapioca* ((not instant tapioca))
3 1/2 cups milk
½ cup heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
2 large eggs
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Add milk, cream, sugar and salt to a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer, then stir in tapioca and reduce heat to low. Cook, stirring often, until mixture has slightly thickened, and the tapioca pearls have plumped and softened, about 45 minutes.
  • Add the eggs to a bowl and whisk to combine.
  • Add a spoonful of hot tapioca mixture to the beaten eggs, stirring well as you pour it in. Repeat with another few spoonfuls of hot tapioca, stirring after each. (This helps temper the eggs and bring them to a warm temperature without "scrambling" them.)
  • Add tempered egg mixture to the saucepan with tapioca and stir well to combine. Cook for 2-5 more minutes, just until thickened (keep in mind it will continue to thicken as it cools). Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
  • Transfer to a serving bowl and place a piece of plastic wrap directly on the surface of the pudding (to keep it from forming a rubbery skin on the surface). Allow it to cool before serving. Serve either warm or chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 405 kcal, Carbohydrate 53 g, Protein 10 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Cholesterol 139 mg, Sodium 285 mg, Sugar 36 g, TransFat 1 g, Fiber 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CLASSIC TAPIOCA PUDDING



Classic Tapioca Pudding image

A classic tapioca pudding recipe that requires a lot of attention, but it's worth it. Tapioca pudding is a great comfort food and can be served warm or cold.

Provided by Nicole

Categories     Desserts     Custards and Pudding Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups whole milk
½ cup quick-cooking tapioca
½ cup white sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
2 eggs, beaten
½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Stir together the milk, tapioca, sugar, and salt in a medium saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low; cook and stir 5 minutes longer.
  • Whisk 1 cup of the hot milk mixture into the beaten eggs, 2 tablespoons at a time until incorporated. Stir the egg mixture back into the tapioca until well mixed. Bring the pudding to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat; cook and stir 2 minutes longer until the pudding becomes thick enough to evenly coat the back of a metal spoon. Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla. The pudding may be served hot or poured into serving dishes and refrigerated several hours until cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209.2 calories, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 74.2 mg, Fat 5.6 g, Protein 7.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 169.1 mg, Sugar 22.3 g

TAPIOCA PUDDING, GUILT FREE



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Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 cups of milk- you can use whole, skim, or 2%
6 eggs
6 packets of Splenda or Stevia sweetener (or ¼ cup of organic honey)
3 tablespoons tapioca
1 tablespoon pure Vanilla extract
1 tablespoon butter
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
Place the milk, vanilla, salt, Stevia, Splenda, or honey, and tapioca in a saucepan on medium heat. Cook this mixture, stirring continuously. In a separate stainless steel bowl, beat the eggs until smooth. After 10 minutes, slowly add two (2) cups of the hot milk mixture to the egg mixture while beating with a whisk; this is called tempering. Return the egg mixture to the milk mixture, continuing to stir. At this point, if you would prefer rice pudding, place the two (2) cups of rice in the sauce pan. Make sure that you use a wooden spoon or spatula, and mix until the custard begins to thicken, or becomes nappe (the ability of a liquid to coat the back of a spoon). This usually takes 10-12 minutes. Add the butter to the pudding and mix until fully incorporated. Place the hot mixture into custard cups and refrigerate for one (1) hour, then serve.

Steps:

  • see above

Tips:

  • Use low-fat milk or almond milk: This will reduce the fat content of the pudding without sacrificing flavor.
  • Sweeten with honey or maple syrup: These natural sweeteners are healthier than refined sugar.
  • Add some protein powder: This will boost the nutritional value of the pudding and make it more filling.
  • Use fresh or frozen fruit: This will add natural sweetness and flavor to the pudding.
  • Experiment with different spices: A pinch of cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger can add a lot of flavor to the pudding.
  • Chill the pudding before serving: This will help it to thicken and set.

Conclusion:

Tapioca pudding is a delicious and versatile dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. By following the tips above, you can make a healthier version of this classic dish that is still just as tasty. So next time you're in the mood for something sweet, give this guilt-free tapioca pudding a try!

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