United States kitchen

Haupia (Hawaiian Coconut Pudding)

Haupia is a Hawaiian pudding made of coconut milk and cornstarch (originally Polynesian arrowroot starch).

Haupia (Hawaiian Coconut Pudding) prepared recipe
PrepNot statedCookFollow stepsServesFlexibleLevelHome cook
Cook with confidence

Before you start

A quick setup makes the method easier to follow and keeps important steps from being missed.

Preparation checklist

  • Read all 5 method steps from beginning to end.
  • Measure and arrange all 4 listed ingredients.
  • Keep the recipe open and follow each step in order; the source does not state a total time.

Useful preparation guidance

Read the complete method before starting so ingredients and equipment are ready when needed.

Measure and prepare every ingredient before applying heat or beginning time-sensitive steps.

Use the method's visual and texture cues, because cookware and heat levels can vary between kitchens.

General kitchen guidance; no recipe-specific claim has been added.
Step by step

Method

  1. 01

    Mix coconut milk with sugar and salt over a medium heat.

  2. 02

    Slowly add cornstarch and stir until thickened.

  3. 03

    Pour into a pan or square form.

  4. 04

    Cool for 1 hour or until fully set.

  5. 05

    Unmold and cut into squares.

Ready to serve

Serve the dish as directed and enjoy it while it is at its best.

Bon appétit — enjoy your meal!
Transparent sourcing

Source & licence

This recipe was adapted and reformatted from Wikibooks Cookbook . Text: CC BY-SA 4.0. Image: CC BY 2.0, credited to Arnold Gatilao from Fremont, CA, USA; view original image record .