Tiki-Inspired Coconut and Mango Tapioca Pudding

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A creamy tapioca pudding infused with coconut milk and fresh mango, evoking the tropical flavors of Polynesian islands. This Polynesian Fusion-inspired recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, layers small pearl tapioca, water, full-fat coconut milk into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 Polynesian Fusion cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Rinse 1/2 cup small pearl tapioca under cold water until water runs clear. In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed tapioca and 2 cups water. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until tapioca pearls become translucent and soft, about 15 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Stir in 1 1/2 cups full-fat coconut milk, 1/3 cup granulated sugar, and 1/8 tsp pinch of salt. Cook over low heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens to a creamy consistency and tapioca is fully cooked, about 10 more minutes.
  3. Step 3: Remove from heat and stir in 1 tsp vanilla extract. Let pudding cool slightly, then transfer to serving bowls.
  4. Step 4: Top each bowl with 1 cup diced ripe mango and sprinkle 2 tbsp toasted shredded coconut for added texture and aroma. Serve warm or chilled.

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