Coconut Avocado Pudding – A Creamy Vietnamese-Inspired Dessert

This chilled Coconut Avocado Pudding is inspired by the beloved Vietnamese avocado smoothie. A drink that might sound unusual at first, but quickly wins hearts with its rich, creamy flavour and smooth texture. The same qualities that make avocado a fantastic ingredient in smoothies make it a dream for pudding too.

From smoothie to pudding

In Vietnam, avocado smoothies are a staple during the hotter months. Ripe avocados are blended with condensed milk and fresh milk to create an irresistibly velvety drink. I've made this smoothie countless times at home, but one day I had a thought: what if I could turn it into a pudding. Something you could serve in a bowl, dressed with coconut milk and eat with a spoon?

That's how this Coconut Avocado Pudding came to life. It's refreshing, lightly sweet, and full of natural goodness. Whether you're a fan of avocado smoothies or simply curious, this dessert is worth trying.

How to make Coconut Avocado Pudding

The key to getting the right texture is gelatine. I always begin by blooming the gelatine: simply sprinkle it into a bowl with about 50ml of water. Within a few minutes, you'll see it absorb the water and swell into a soft-gel-like consistency.

While the gelatine blooms, prepare the avocado mixture. Use ripe avocados, you can read more about how to pick or prep the perfect avocado here. Scoop out the flesh and add it to a blender along with condensed milk, coconut milk and fresh milk. You'll find exact measurements in the recipe card below.

Mixing and setting the pudding

Once your avocado mixture is silky smooth, it's time to melt the gelatine. Place the bowl over low heat and stir continuously. When the gelatine has fully dissolved and begins to bubble slightly, it's ready.

Carefully pour the hot gelatine mixture into your blender and give it another quick blend - just 30 seconds to fully combine.

Pour the blended mixture into prepared moulds. I prefer using silicone moulds because the pudding pops out effortlessly once set. Place them in the fridge for at least 3 hours or until firm.

A coconut milk sauce to finish

While the pudding chills, prepare the coconut milk sauce. In a small saucepan, combine more coconut milk, condensed milk and fresh milk. Gently heat the mixture, stirring until it starts to bubble. Remove from the heat, pour into a jug and let it cool before transferring it to the fridge.

Once the pudding is set, it's time to serve. Carefully release the Coconut Avocado Pudding from the mould, place it in a serving bowl and pour over the chilled coconut milk sauce. The result? A cool, creamy dessert that's perfect for warm summer evenings.

Why you'll love this Coconut Avocado Pudding

This dessert is quick to make, full of healthy fats from avocado and naturally gluten-free. The combination of avocado and coconut creates a lush texture without being too heavy. Best of all, you can prepare it in advance.

Try it for yourself

If you're looking for a fresh take on pudding or a new way to enjoy avocados, give this Coconut Avocado Pudding a try. It's a Vietnamese-inspired dessert that surprises and delights - sweet, smooth and wonderfully satisfying.

Fancy more cool desserts like this? Check out the dessert section on the website for more refreshing treats and sweet inspirations.