A creamy, classic dessert made with small pearl tapioca, milk, eggs, and vanilla.
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Calories: 280kcal
Equipment
- Saucepan
- whisk
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup small pearl tapioca
- 2.5 cups whole milk
- 0.33-0.5 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
- optional raisins
Instructions
- Soak tapioca in 1 cup milk for 30 minutes until softened.
- Add remaining milk and sugar. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until thickened.
- Temper beaten eggs with hot mixture, then return to pot while stirring.
- Cook 5 more minutes until creamy. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and salt.
- Chill for 1–2 hours or serve slightly warm with optional garnish.
Notes
Stir frequently and cook gently for the smoothest texture.
Nutrition
Calories: 280kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 120mg | Potassium: 210mg | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 8IU | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 4mg