Vegan Pineapple Coconut Dessert Cups

ByHannah Peterson

✨ Light, Creamy & Bursting with Tropical Flavor

These look like a dreamy combo of pineapple + coconut cream pudding—smooth, slightly tangy, and naturally sweet. Perfect for a refreshing dessert 🍍

🛒 Ingredients

  • 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
  • 1 cup coconut milk (full-fat for creaminess)
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch (or arrowroot)
  • 2–3 tbsp maple syrup (adjust to taste)
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup shredded coconut (for topping)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Blend

Blend:

  • pineapple
  • coconut milk
    until smooth

2️⃣ Cook

Pour into a saucepan
Add:

  • cornstarch
  • maple syrup

Cook on medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened

3️⃣ Flavor

Stir in vanilla
Let cool slightly

4️⃣ Chill

Pour into cups
Refrigerate 1–2 hours until set

5️⃣ Serve

Top with shredded coconut 🥥
Serve chilled

🍽 Serving Ideas

Perfect for:

🍍 summer desserts
🎉 parties & gatherings
🥄 light after-dinner treat

💡 Tips

⭐ Use full-fat coconut milk for best texture
⭐ Chill fully for a thicker, mousse-like consistency
⭐ Add lime zest for extra brightness 🍋

🥗 Nutrition (Approx per serving)

  • Calories: ~180–230
  • Healthy fats from coconut
  • Naturally dairy-free & gluten-free

This tastes like a tropical vacation in a cup—sweet, creamy, and super refreshing 😄

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