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Thursday, April 20, 2017

Haupia, Hawaiian Luau Dessert

http://www.food.com/recipe/haupia-125832?ftab=reviews#activity-feed

INGREDIENTS
1 (12 ounce) cans coconut milk
4 -6 tablespoons sugar
4 -6 tablespoons cornstarch
3/4 cup water
1/2 teaspoon coconut extract ( vanilla or Coconut rum can be used)
toasted coconut, for topping (optional)

DIRECTIONS
Pour coconut milk into saucepan.
Combine sugar and cornstarch; stir in water and blend well.
Stir sugar mixture into coconut milk; cook and stir over low heat until thickened add coconut extract.
Pour into 8-inch square pan and chill covered until firm.
Cut into 2-inch squares. Garnish with toasted coconut.