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Thai Coconut Custard

A traditional Thai dessert made with coconut milk and eggs, gently steamed for a smooth and creamy texture.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 260
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Coconut Custard
  • 1 cup coconut milk full-fat
  • 4 eggs large
  • 0.5 cup palm sugar or brown sugar
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract or pandan

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Fine sieve
  • Steamer

Method
 

  1. Whisk eggs gently until combined.
  2. Add coconut milk, sugar, salt, and flavoring.
  3. Strain mixture into heatproof dish.
  4. Steam gently until custard is set.

Notes

Serve with sticky rice or enjoy chilled. Avoid over-steaming to prevent curdling.