Fluffy Dairy Free Coconut Pudding
What’s Inside: A simple recipe for deliciously fluffy Dairy Free Coconut Pudding.
With two family members that are lactose intolerant, we are always looking for new recipe ideas so we can still enjoy our favorite foods.
This homemade coconut pudding recipe swaps creamy coconut milk for the usual dairy ingredients. The result is a from-scratch pudding that is rich, creamy, and safe for lactose-free diners!
The best part? This coconut pudding is made with simple ingredients and easy to make. What’s better than homemade, healthier desserts that everyone in the family can enjoy?
Fluffy Dairy Free Coconut Pudding Ingredients
For the PUDDING:
- ½ Cup cornstarch
- 1 Cup coconut milk
- 2 Eggs
- 2 Tsps vanilla extract
- Drizzle maple syrup
For the TOPPING:
- ¼ Cup grated coconut
- Whipped topping
- Chocolate Cookies
Directions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup cornstarch, 1 cup coconut milk, 2 eggs, 2 tsp vanilla, and a drizzle of maple syrup.
Pour the pudding batter into a sauce pot over medium heat.
Stir continuously until the first bubble forms.
Reduce to low heat, and continue stirring for 2 more minutes as pudding thickens.
Pour pudding into rocks glasses or parfait glasses and take them to the fridge for 3 hours.
Top with grated coconut, whipped topping, and a cookie.
Serve and enjoy.
Tips
- Swap the coconut milk for coconut cream for a thicker pudding
- Crumble cookie over pudding for a crunchy topping
- Try using our coconut pudding to make these cute and easy Watermelon Pudding Cups!
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Ingredients
- ½ Cup cornstarch
- 1 Cup coconut milk
- 2 Eggs
- 2 Tsps vanilla extract
- Drizzle maple syrup
- ¼ Cup grated coconut
- Whipped topping
- Chocolate Cookies
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup cornstarch, 1 cup coconut milk, 2 eggs, 2 tsp vanilla, and a drizzle of maple syrup.
- Pour the pudding batter into a sauce pot over medium heat.
- Stir continuously until the first bubble forms.
- Reduce to low heat, and continue stirring for 2 more minutes as pudding thickens.
- Pour pudding into rocks glasses or parfait glasses and take them to the fridge for 3 hours.
- Top with grated coconut, whipped topping, and a cookie.
- Serve and enjoy.

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