Mango Coconut Rice Pudding
Discover a creamy, tropical delight with this easy Mango Coconut Rice Pudding recipe perfect for a sweet, refreshing treat. Combining ripe mangoes with rich coconut milk, this luscious dessert offers vibrant flavors and a velvety texture that can be enjoyed warm or chilled, making it a perfect comfort dish with an exotic twist.
- Author: Mary
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Tropical / Fusion
- Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup short-grain or medium-grain rice
- 2 cups water (for cooking rice)
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 3/4 cup granulated or brown sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and diced
- Prepare the rice: Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. Cook the rice in 2 cups of water until tender but still slightly firm, as it will continue cooking in later steps.
- Combine coconut milk and sugar: In a saucepan, mix the canned coconut milk with sugar and a pinch of salt. Heat gently while stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves completely, ensuring the mixture does not scorch.
- Cook the rice in coconut milk: Add the cooked rice to the coconut milk mixture. Simmer over low heat and stir regularly to blend flavors and thicken the pudding for 15 to 20 minutes.
- Stir in vanilla and mango: Remove the pudding from heat and gently fold in the vanilla extract and diced ripe mango pieces to keep the mango fresh and vibrant within the pudding.
- Chill or serve warm: For a refreshing dessert, refrigerate the pudding in bowls for at least 2 hours. Alternatively, serve warm for a comforting treat perfect for cooler evenings.
Notes
- Use full-fat coconut milk for extra creaminess.
- Choose ripe mangoes that yield slightly to gentle pressure and smell sweet for best flavor.
- Simmer the pudding slowly on low heat to allow perfect creaminess.
- Add sugar gradually and taste as you go to avoid overpowering the mango sweetness.
- Stir frequently while cooking to prevent lumpiness and sticking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Mango, Coconut, Rice Pudding, Tropical Dessert, Gluten Free, Vegan, Easy Dessert