Here’s a recipe for a popular dessert found in Guangzhou teahouses, Red Bean Pudding with Coconut Milk, which is chilled and has a soft, chewy texture. This traditional sweet treat features a delightful combination of red beans and coconut milk.

What is red bean pudding?

Red Bean Pudding is a distinctive and refined dessert that perfectly combines the rich aroma of red beans with the refreshing sweetness of coconut milk, offering a delightful dual taste experience.

This cake features two layers: the bottom layer is filled with tender, sweet red beans that have been carefully simmered until plump and soft. Red beans not only add natural sweetness but also provide a rich source of dietary fiber and nutrients.

The top layer is made from coconut milk, which imparts a unique fragrance and a smooth, creamy texture, reminiscent of a tropical coconut grove.

When you taste this Red Bean Pudding, you first experience the sweet, refreshing coconut milk layer, followed by the rich, dense red bean layer beneath. The contrasting textures of the two layers complement each other perfectly, creating a layered, surprising experience with each bite.

Whether enjoyed as an elegant afternoon treat or a sweet conclusion to a meal, Red Bean Pudding is sure to satisfy your taste buds and leave you enchanted by its sweetness.

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How to make red bean pudding

Ingredients:

Red Beans: 100g
Water: 330ml
Sugar: 40g
Gelatin Sheets: 2.5 sheets (12.5g)
Milk: 200g
Sugar: 50g
Coconut Milk: 200g
Osmanthus Flowers (for garnish)
Honey (for garnish)

Instructions:

Prepare the Red Beans:

Wash the red beans and freeze them overnight.
The next day, place the frozen beans in a pot with 330ml of water and 40g of sugar. Cook until the beans are tender.

Make the Red Bean Layer:

Let the cooked red beans cool slightly.
Soften 2.5 sheets of gelatin in a small amount of water and then stir them into the warm red bean mixture until fully dissolved.
Pour the mixture into a container and freeze for about 30 minutes.

Prepare the Coconut Milk Layer:

In a separate pot, gently heat 200g of milk with 50g of sugar until it’s warm.
Remove from heat and add 200g of coconut milk and 2.5 sheets of softened gelatin. Stir until the gelatin is completely dissolved.

Assemble the Pudding:

Pour the coconut milk mixture over the red bean layer in the container.
Freeze for an additional 40 minutes.

Serve:

Once set, remove the pudding from the mold and garnish with osmanthus flowers and a drizzle of honey.
Serve with a side of lightly sweetened organic milk for a perfect pairing.

Enjoy your delicious and beautifully layered red bean pudding with its soft, chewy texture and rich flavors!

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Red Bean Pudding

Red Bean Pudding is a distinctive and refined dessert that perfectly combines the rich aroma of red beans with the refreshing sweetness of coconut milk, offering a delightful dual taste experience.

Course Dessert

Cuisine Chinese

Prep Time 12

Cook Time 40

Calories 3103kcal

Ingredients

100 g Red Beans
330 ml Water
40 g Sugar
2.5 sheets 12.5g Gelatin Sheets
200 g Milk
50 g Sugar
200 g Coconut Milk
Osmanthus Flowers for garnish
Honey for garnish