COCONUT CURD JUNKET

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This produces a wonderfully light dessert, similar to an intensely flavored, opaque coconut jelly! Try topping with fresh fruit for an extra-special treat.

Provided by Ady

Time 2h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

¼ ounce agar-agar
2 ½ cups water, divided
4 tablespoons superfine sugar
1 cup sweetened cream of coconut
¼ cup milk
1 teaspoon almond extract

Steps:

In a small pan, dissolve the agar-agar in 1 1/4 cups water over medium heat.
In another pan, combine the sugar, remaining 1 1/4 cups water, milk, coconut cream, and almond extract over medium heat until the sugar dissolves.
Pour the sugar mixture into a bowl then add the agar-agar mixture, making sure to blend well. Set in the fridge for 2 to 3 hours, or until set. Cut into cubes and place in serving bowls, topping with fruit if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278.1 calories, Carbohydrate 46.4 g, Cholesterol 1.2 mg, Fat 10.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 9.5 g, Sodium 34.3 mg, Sugar 43.9 g