Ingredients:
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut, toasted (for garnish)
Instructions:
- In a medium saucepan, combine coconut milk, sugar, and salt. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- In a separate bowl, whisk egg yolks until light and slightly thickened. Gradually whisk in about 1/2 cup of the hot coconut milk mixture to temper the yolks. Then, pour the yolk mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining coconut milk mixture.
- Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the custard thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon (about 5-7 minutes). Do not boil.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Strain the custard through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl to remove any lumps.
- Divide the custard evenly among 4-6 ramekins or small dessert cups. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until fully chilled and set.
- Before serving, garnish with toasted shredded coconut.
Enjoy your Coconut Custard Dessert Cups!