Tapioca Cream

Indulge in the luscious, velvety texture of Tapioca Cream, a classic dessert that perfectly balances creamy decadence with a hint of sweetness. Made with tender small pearl tapioca, whole milk, heavy cream, and a touch of vanilla, this dessert delivers a comforting, old-fashioned flavor that never goes out of style. Carefully cooked to perfection with tempered egg yolks for a silky, custard-like consistency, Tapioca Cream is a crowd-pleaser that's easy to prepare and even more delightful to eat. Whether served plain or elevated with toppings like fresh fruit, whipped cream, or a drizzle of honey, this chilled treat makes for a satisfying finale to any meal. Perfect for lovers of timeless puddings, this dish is a nostalgic favorite that feels just as at home on modern dessert tables.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup small pearl tapioca
• 3 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 large egg yolks
• 2 cups water

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the tapioca pearls under cold water in a fine-mesh sieve for about 30 seconds to wash away excess starch.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, soak the tapioca pearls in 2 cups of water for 30 minutes. Once soaked, drain the pearls and set aside.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, and salt. Stir gently and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat.

Step 4

Once the mixture is simmering, add the soaked tapioca pearls. Lower the heat to medium-low and cook for 20 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent the pearls from sticking to the bottom of the pan.

Step 5

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the egg yolks until smooth. Slowly ladle about 1/2 cup of the hot tapioca mixture into the egg yolks while whisking constantly to temper them and prevent curdling.

Step 6

Return the tempered yolk mixture to the saucepan with the remaining tapioca cream. Stir well and continue cooking for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the tapioca pearls turn translucent and the mixture thickens slightly.

Step 7

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 8

Transfer the tapioca cream to individual serving dishes or a single large bowl. Let it cool to room temperature, then cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.

Step 9

Serve chilled, plain, or topped with fresh fruit, whipped cream, or a drizzle of honey for added sweetness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1831.7 grams (1831.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2609

Total Fat 112.50g	144%
Saturated Fat 64.80g	324%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.80g
Cholesterol 697mg	232%
Sodium 981mg	43%
Total Carbohydrate 348.50g	127%
Dietary Fiber 2.20g	8%
Total Sugars 144.00g
Protein 29.80g	60%

Vitamin D 359IU	1793%
Calcium 1024mg	79%
Iron 5mg	26%
Potassium 1170mg	25%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.1%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 55.2%