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Tanzanian Coconut & Cardamom Custard, Zanzibar Style

Zanzibar's coconut-and-cardamom pantry, baked into a silky custard.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: East African
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 190kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups full-fat coconut milk
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar-free sweetener
  • 1 tsp ground cardamom
  • 1 pinch ground cloves
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Place 6 small ramekins in a deep baking dish.
  • Whisk coconut milk, eggs, sweetener, cardamom, cloves, vanilla, and salt together until fully smooth.
  • Strain through a fine sieve into a pitcher or bowl for easier pouring.
  • Divide evenly among the ramekins.
  • Pour hot water into the baking dish until it reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
  • Bake 30–35 minutes until the custards are just set with a slight wobble in the center.
  • Remove from the water bath and cool to room temperature, then chill at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 190kcal | Protein: 5g | Fat: 17g | Fiber: 1g
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