Aloha Surfside Tropical Delight
Discover the tropical paradise of our Aloha Surfside Tropical Delight recipe - a decadent Hawaiian-inspired dessert that combines pineapple, passion fruit, and coconut cream in an unforgettable taste experience. Perfect for those craving a sweet escape to the islands, this Intermediate level dessert recipe is sure to impress your guests while satisfying your sweet tooth.
Allergens
Dairy (whipped cream)
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
- 1/2 cup passion fruit pulp
- 1/4 cup coconut milk
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- A pinch of salt
- Whipped cream, for serving
- Toasted coconut flakes, for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the pineapple, passion fruit pulp, and granulated sugar over medium heat. Cook until the mixture begins to bubble, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, cornstarch, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Slowly add this mixture to the saucepan, continuously stirring to avoid lumps.
- Continue cooking the mixture on low heat for 5 more minutes or until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon. Remove from heat and let it cool completely.
- Once cooled, divide the mixture into two dessert glasses, smoothing the top with the back of a spoon.
- Top each dessert with a generous dollop of whipped cream and sprinkle with toasted coconut flakes.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your tropical paradise!
Chef’s Insight
To infuse even more tropical flavors, consider adding a dash of rum to the coconut milk mixture before cooking. Just be sure to cook it off completely to avoid any raw alcohol taste.
Notes
The Aloha Surfside Tropical Delight is an Intermediate level dessert recipe that serves 2 people and requires approximately 25 minutes to prepare and cook. It is a perfect dessert for those following a standard diet.