Mango Sticky Rice Pudding

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A tropical and indulgent delight! This creamy and dreamy dessert is easy to make and features a velvety texture, crunchy toasted coconut flakes, and a hint of warm cardamom. Perfect for special occasions or everyday indulgence, this Mango Sticky Rice Pudding is a simple recipe with extraordinary results that will leave you wanting more.

Mango Sticky Rice Pudding

"I made this dessert for a dinner party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the mango with the coconut textures, and I received so many requests for the recipe. The best part is that it's surprisingly easy to make. I can't wait to make it again!"

Imagine a creamy, dreamy dessert that combines the sweet essence of mango with the richness of coconut. This refreshing dessert is surprisingly easy to make and features a velvety texture, crunchy toasted coconut flakes, and a hint of aromatic cardamom.

Mango Sticky Rice Pudding Recipe

Servings: 6 - 8

Ingredients

For the Sticky Rice:

• 1 cup sticky rice

• 1 1/2 cups lukewarm water, divided

• 1/4 teaspoon fine salt

• 4 tablespoons brown sugar, divided, more to taste

For the Coconut Sauce:

• 1 (13.5-ounce) can coconut milk, divided

• 4 tablespoons brown sugar

For the Mango Topping:

• 1 to 2 ripe mangoes, sliced

Directions

Prepare the Sticky Rice:

1. Soak the sticky rice in 1 cup of lukewarm water in a medium saucepan for 20 to 30 minutes. Do not drain the rice.

2. Add the remaining 1/2 cup lukewarm water, salt, and 1 tablespoon brown sugar. Stir well.

3. Bring to a gentle boil, then partially cover with a lid. Reduce heat to medium-low, or just until you get a gentle simmer.

4. Simmer until the coconut water has been absorbed by the rice, 20 to 30 minutes.

5. Turn off the heat, but leave the pot on the burner with the lid on tight. Allow it to sit for 5 to 10 minutes.

Prepare the Coconut Sauce:

1. Warm (make sure not to boil) the remaining coconut milk over medium-low heat in a small saucepan, about 5 minutes.

2. Add 3 tablespoons brown sugar, stirring to dissolve. Taste-test sauce for sweetness, adding more sugar if desired.

Assemble and Serve:

1. Scoop some warm sticky rice into each serving bowl.

2. Drizzle lots of coconut sauce over the top.

3. Arrange mango slices on the rice and finish with a drizzle of more sauce before serving.

Baker's Tips:

• You can also add a sprinkle of toasted coconut flakes or chopped nuts on top for added texture and flavor.

• Portion out the rice into sections and add food coloring to create a rainbow mango sticky rice pudding!