Silky Tofu Pudding

Indulge in the creamy, velvety goodness of Silky Tofu Pudding, a light and refreshing dessert that’s both dairy-free and irresistibly satisfying. This delightful dish features silken tofu blended with sugar and vanilla for a luscious, custard-like base that's simple yet elegant. The true standout is the homemade ginger syrup, made from fresh ginger and brown sugar, which adds a warming, caramelized sweetness to every spoonful. With only 10 minutes of prep time and minimal cooking, this pudding is an ideal choice for a quick yet impressive dessert. Serve it chilled and garnish with fresh fruit to elevate its understated elegance. Perfect for tofu lovers and anyone seeking a plant-based treat, this recipe is sure to captivate your taste buds!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 16 ounces Silken tofu
• 0.25 cups Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 2 inches Fresh ginger
• 0.5 cups Brown sugar
• 0.75 cups Water (for syrup)

Directions

Step 1

Drain the excess water from the silken tofu package and place the tofu in a blender.

Step 2

Add sugar, vanilla extract, and half a cup of water to the blender with the tofu.

Step 3

Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no lumps.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry.

Step 5

Pour the tofu mixture from the blender into a medium saucepan over medium heat.

Step 6

Slowly add the cornstarch slurry to the saucepan, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.

Step 7

Cook the mixture for about 3-5 minutes until it thickens slightly, then remove it from the heat.

Step 8

Pour the tofu mixture into serving bowls, allowing it to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until set, approximately 2 hours.

Step 9

While the pudding sets, make the ginger syrup by peeling and slicing the fresh ginger into thin pieces.

Step 10

Combine the brown sugar, 0.75 cups of water, and ginger slices in a small saucepan.

Step 11

Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer for about 10 minutes until syrupy.

Step 12

Remove the syrup from the heat and let it cool. Strain out the ginger pieces.

Step 13

Before serving, drizzle the cooled ginger syrup over the silken tofu pudding.

Step 14

Garnish with additional toppings like fresh fruit if desired, and serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(918.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	816.0

Total Fat 12.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 60.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 150.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.0g	0%
Total Sugars 123.4g
Protein 25.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1659.9mg	0%
Iron 5.7mg	0%
Potassium 747.1mg	0%

*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: 13.9%

Protein: 12.4%

Carbs: 73.7%