Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
4 unit

egg yolks

0.5 cup

brown sugar

1 pinch

fresh grated nutmeg

grated

1 tbsp

pure vanilla extract

2 tbsp

Mount Gay Rum

1 cup

milk

1 cup

coconut milk

5 tbsp

butter

melted

2 cup

fresh coconut

grated

2 cup

fresh bread crumbs

4 unit

egg whites

sweetened and whipped to stiff peaks

Step 1
~7 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a large oven-proof baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 2
~7 min

In a mixing bowl, whisk together egg yolks, brown sugar, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and rum until well combined.

Step 3
~7 min

Whisk in milk and coconut milk until smooth.

Step 4
~7 min

Add melted butter, fresh grated coconut, and bread crumbs to the mixture.

Step 5
~7 min

Whisk all ingredients together until thoroughly combined.

Step 6
~7 min

Pour the coconut mixture into the prepared baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 7
~7 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until the pudding is set.

Step 8
~7 min

Remove the pudding from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes.

Step 9
~7 min

Increase the oven temperature to 450°F (232°C).

Step 10
~7 min

Evenly spread the sweetened and whipped egg white meringue over the top of the pudding.

Key Technique: Meringue
Step 11
~7 min

Place the pudding back in the oven for 2-3 minutes, or until the meringue is golden brown.

Key Technique: Meringue

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a bain-marie (water bath) for even baking.

Toast the coconut before adding to the pudding for a deeper flavor.

Make sure meringue is stiff before spreading on pudding

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead, before adding the meringue.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High (Coconut and Vanilla)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm or chilled.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fresh berries
Whipped cream

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Caribbean

Cultural Significance

A popular dessert in Caribbean cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter

Occasion Tags

Holiday
Party
Dessert

Popularity Score

75/100

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