Description
Creamy, rich, and full of tropical coconut flavor, Brazilian Coconut Pudding (Pudim de Coco) is a beloved dessert made with sweetened condensed milk, coconut milk, and shredded coconut. This luscious treat is smooth, comforting, and perfect for both special occasions and everyday indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon butter (or coconut oil)
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 3 cups unsweetened shredded or flaked coconut
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine butter, sweetened condensed milk, shredded coconut, and coconut milk. Heat over medium-low, stirring constantly for 10–15 minutes until thickened and pulling away from the sides of the pan.
- Stir in heavy cream and mix well until smooth and creamy. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Allow the pudding to cool at room temperature for 10–15 minutes to thicken further.
- Pour the pudding into individual serving glasses or dessert cups.
- Serve at room temperature or chilled. Optional: garnish with toasted coconut, lime zest, or fresh berries.
Notes
- Use coconut cream for extra richness.
- For a dairy-free version, replace butter, heavy cream, and condensed milk with plant-based alternatives.
- To enhance flavor, add a pinch of sea salt or a splash of vanilla extract.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pudding cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Brazilian Coconut Pudding, Pudim de Coco, Coconut Dessert, Easy Brazilian Dessert, No Bake Coconut Treat