Natilla De Coco (honduran Coconut Custard)

Natilla de Coco is a traditional Honduran dessert that is creamy, sweet, and bursting with coconut flavor. This coconut custard is easy to make and perfect for serving at special occasions or as a sweet treat for the family.

Natilla De Coco (honduran Coconut Custard)

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan, whisk together the coconut milk, sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
  2. Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens.
  3. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the natilla into individual serving dishes and refrigerate until set, about 2 hours.
  5. Before serving, sprinkle ground cinnamon on top for garnish.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
200 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Fat
10g
Protein
5g

Supplies

Saucepan Whisk Individual serving dishes

Tools

Stovetop Refrigerator

Serving suggestions

Serve the Natilla de Coco chilled for a refreshing dessert.

Tips & tricks

For a richer flavor, you can use coconut cream instead of coconut milk.

Cost

$8