15 June 2025
Tapioca with Coconut Milk, Banana and Berries
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A creamy coconut tapioca dessert topped with bananas, fresh raspberries, and a zest of lime. Perfect served warm or chilled.
Prep time
15 mins
Cook time
10 mins
Total time
25 mins
Servings
4
Recipe Snapshot
Rating4.5
Chef's Tips
Add a splash of cold coconut milk before serving if it thickens too much.
Best served immediately or chilled.
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Ingredients
Ingredients
USMetric
Main Ingredients
Instructions
Preparation
- 1
Cook tapioca pearls in boiling water for 8 minutes until translucent. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- 2
In a saucepan, heat coconut milk, water, cane sugar, and split vanilla bean. Simmer until slightly reduced and coats the spoon.
- 3
Cool the coconut mixture over an ice bath.
- 4
Peel and cut bananas into halves lengthwise, then slice into pieces.
- 5
Combine drained tapioca pearls with the coconut mixture in a bowl. Add banana pieces and mix well.
- 6
Divide into serving bowls, top with raspberries, and grate lime zest on top. Serve immediately.
Ingredients
USMetric
Main Ingredients
Instructions
Preparation
- 1
Cook tapioca pearls in boiling water for 8 minutes until translucent. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- 2
In a saucepan, heat coconut milk, water, cane sugar, and split vanilla bean. Simmer until slightly reduced and coats the spoon.
- 3
Cool the coconut mixture over an ice bath.
- 4
Peel and cut bananas into halves lengthwise, then slice into pieces.
- 5
Combine drained tapioca pearls with the coconut mixture in a bowl. Add banana pieces and mix well.
- 6
Divide into serving bowls, top with raspberries, and grate lime zest on top. Serve immediately.
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Tropical Comfort in a Bowl 🌴🥥
Tropical Comfort in a Bowl 🌴🥥
This creamy tapioca with coconut milk, bananas, and berries is the kind of dessert that balances comfort and freshness in every spoonful. It’s warm and soothing when served straight from the pot, yet incredibly refreshing when chilled. With silky coconut milk, soft pearls, and bursts of fresh raspberries, it’s a dessert that feels both simple and indulgent.
Why You’ll Love This Dessert 😍
Why You’ll Love This Dessert 😍
If you enjoy light, fruity, dairy-free desserts, this one ticks all the boxes. The natural sweetness of ripe bananas pairs beautifully with the richness of coconut milk. The lime zest brightens everything with a citrusy pop, making each bite feel sunny and tropical.
It’s quick to prepare, uses pantry basics, and can easily be scaled up for gatherings or enjoyed as a mid-day sweet treat.
The Flavour Profile 🌺
The Flavour Profile 🌺
- Creamy & comforting: thanks to coconut milk and tender tapioca pearls
- Fruity & fresh: ripe bananas + tart raspberries
- Tropical twist: lime zest gives a fragrant, almost floral brightness
- Naturally dairy-free: yet still luscious and full-bodied
Serving Ideas 🍌🍇
Serving Ideas 🍌🍇
You can enjoy this dessert in different ways depending on your mood:
- Warm — cozy and pudding-like
- Chilled — firmer, refreshing, and perfect for summer
- Layered — add granola or toasted coconut flakes for crunch
- Extra fruity — swap raspberries for mango, strawberries, or blueberries
Tips for the Best Result 💡
Tips for the Best Result 💡
- If the tapioca thickens as it sits, splash in a little cold coconut milk to loosen it up.
- It’s best served immediately or chilled — the bananas stay fresher and the texture stays silky.
- Use small tapioca pearls for the most even, delicate texture.
A Dessert That Feels Like a Holiday 🌞
A Dessert That Feels Like a Holiday 🌞
Whether you’re planning a tropical-themed dinner or just craving something light and fruity, this tapioca dessert is an easy win. It brings together minimal ingredients but delivers layers of flavour — creamy, sweet, fragrant, and a little zesty.
Perfect for feeding a group, perfect for eating straight from the fridge, and always a joy to make. Enjoy! ✨
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories 290
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 13g17%
Saturated Fat 5g25%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 8mg0%
Total Carbohydrates 42g15%
Dietary Fiber 4g14%
Sugars 26g
Protein 2g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Leo
· Jun 14, 2025J’ai ajouté des myrtilles en plus, délicieux !
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· Jun 12, 2025Très frais et savoureux, parfait après un repas copieux !
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