Tembleque de Coco - A Creamy Coconut Dessert

Tembleque de Coco is a traditional Puerto Rican dessert made with coconut milk, cornstarch, and sugar. It is a creamy and refreshing dessert that is perfect for any occasion. This easy recipe will guide you through the steps to make this delicious dessert in no time. Enjoy the flavors of the tropics with this heavenly coconut treat!

Ingredients

• 2 cups coconut milk
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup cornstarch
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Ground cinnamon, for garnish

Directions

1. In a medium saucepan, combine the coconut milk, sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Whisk until well combined.
2. Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a gentle boil. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
3. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Pour the mixture into individual serving dishes or a large serving dish.
5. Allow the tembleque to cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until set.
6. Once chilled and set, garnish with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon.
7. Serve cold and enjoy!

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