Tembleque, Puerto Rico's iconic dessert, is a smooth and light coconut pudding. Its name comes from the word 'trembles,' referring to its delicate, custard-like consistency. Making it is a ritual of patience and love in the kitchen, using simple ingredients transformed into a refreshing and exquisite treat. A delight to enjoy on any special occasion.
Tembleque is a traditional Latin American coconut-based dessert known for its smooth, creamy texture.
Perfect for any occasion, it delights the palate with its exquisite flavor.
Additionally, its presentation with a dash of cinnamon is as beautiful as it is delicious.
Tembleque (coconut pudding)
Ingredients
4 cups of Coconut milk
½ cup of Cornstarch
1 cup of Sugar
½ teaspoon of Salt
1 tablespoon of Grand Marnier
Ground cinnamon
Preparation
Step 1 : To prepare the dessert, lightly grease six 4-ounce ramekins and set aside.
Step 2 : In a medium saucepan, combine all ingredients except the cinnamon and whisk until well blended.
Step 3 : Then, place the mixture over medium-high heat and cook, stirring constantly, until it just begins to boil and becomes smooth and thick, about 5 minutes.
Step 4 : Once ready, pour the pudding into the prepared molds, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate until firm, at least 3 hours or overnight.
Step 5 : To serve, you can enjoy directly in the molds or, if you prefer to unmold, run a thin knife around the edge and invert the mold onto the serving plate.
Step 6 : For the final touch, sprinkle with cinnamon before enjoying this delicious dessert.
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