Besides being very delicious, this pumpkin and coconut sweet is simple and easy to make.
Pumpkin and Coconut Sweet
Servings
10
servingsPrep time
30
minutesCooking time
25
minutesDiscover the convenience, flavor, and texture of this pumpkin and coconut dessert.
Ingredients
1 kg (2.2 lb) pumpkin, peeled, seeded, and grated or blended
3/4 cup sugar or xylitol (or another sweetener of your choice)
3/4 cup shredded coconut
1 cup water
3 whole cloves
Directions
- Place the grated or blended pumpkin, cloves, sugar, and water in a saucepan. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring to combine, and cover the saucepan.
- Keep the saucepan covered over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, for approximately 20 minutes.
- Add the shredded coconut and continue cooking for another 5 minutes, stirring well. Transfer the dessert to a serving dish or container.
- Refrigerate the pumpkin sweet for a few hours. Serve chilled, topped with additional shredded coconut to taste.
