Dessert

Coconut Natilla Recipe

Name: Coconut Natilla Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Unknown
Ingredients: 3 Cups Milk; 1 cup Cornstarch; 2 tablespoons Cornstarch; 1 cup Coconut Milk; 1/2 cup Coconut; 2 Cinnamon Stick; 1 Can Condensed Milk; 1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract; 1/3 cup Sugar; Pinch Salt; 1 tablespoon Butter; To taste Ground Cinnamon

Coconut Natilla Recipe is a classic dessert that holds a distinguished place in traditional cooking. Celebrated for its wholesome ingredients and time-honored preparation, this dish brings authentic regional character to the home kitchen.

Carefully baked or prepared featuring Milk, Cornstarch, Cornstarch, Coconut Milk, Coconut, Cinnamon Stick, Condensed Milk, Vanilla Extract, Butter and Ground Cinnamon, the components balance delicate sweetness and satisfying texture.

Enjoy warm or chilled alongside fresh vanilla custard, whipped cream, or a freshly brewed cup of coffee or tea for a comforting finish to your meal.

If you enjoy authentic cooking, be sure to also explore our recipe for Alfajores.

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Ingredients

Milk3 Cups
Cornstarch1 cup
Cornstarch2 tablespoons
Coconut Milk1 cup
Coconut1/2 cup
Cinnamon Stick2
Condensed Milk1 Can
Vanilla Extract1/2 tsp
Sugar1/3 cup
SaltPinch
Butter1 tablespoon
Ground CinnamonTo taste

Step-by-Step Instructions

14 steps

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Step 1🥄 Mix

Place 1 cup of milk in a small bowl, add the cornstarch and stir to dissolve it, then set aside.

Step 2🥄 Mix

Place the coconut milk and grated coconut in the blender and blend until smooth and set aside.

Step 3♨️ Boil

Place the rest of the milk and cinnamon sticks in a medium pot and bring the mixture to boil over medium-low heat.

Step 4

When the milk is a little warm, but not boiling, add the coconut mixture.

Step 5

When the milk starts boiling, add the condensed milk, sugar and salt.

Step 6🥄 Mix

Stir well with a wooden spoon.

Step 7

Add the milk and cornstarch mixture and continue stirring constantly.

Step 8

Add the vanilla extract.

Step 9⏱️ 20 minutes

Reduce the heat to low and continue stirring until the Natilla thickens, about 10 to 20 minutes.

Step 10🥄 Mix

Add the butter, stir and remove from the heat.

Step 11

Discard the cinnamon sticks.

Step 12

Ladle into a serving dish or individual custard cups.

Step 13✨ Serve⏱️ 2 hours

Sprinkle cinnamon powder on top and let it cool at room temperature for at least 2 hours.

Step 14✨ Serve

Refrigerate until ready to serve.

👨‍🍳 Chef's Culinary Notes

Cultural Heritage

Coconut Natilla Recipe carries a rich culinary tradition rooted in regional home cooking. Developed over generations, the recipe highlights wholesome local ingredients prepared with time-honored kitchen techniques.

Dietary Substitutions

If you need to accommodate dietary restrictions, milk can be substituted with an equivalent volume of seasonal vegetables, legumes, or a protein alternative of your preference.

Chef Technique Tips

Season in stages rather than all at once at the end. Salting components as they cook draws out excess moisture, intensifies natural sugars, and builds harmonious depth of flavor throughout the dish.

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