hawaiian coconut dessert {haupia}

Coconut milk ~ 2 16oz cans

Water ~ 3 cups

Cornstarch ~ 6oz

Sugar ~ 1 cup

{I made this today & it made me want to fly to Hawaii! 

I grew up eating this yummy Hawaiian dessert! It's one of my very favorites!}

Mix 2 cups water with cornstarch. Set aside.

Bring coconut milk, sugar & remaining water to a rolling boil on high heat.

Pour cornstarch mixture into boiling coconut milk & cook until mixture thickens, blending with a whisk.

When mixture is smooth & thick, pour into a clean baking tray.

Cool to room temperature, then chill until cold. 

Cut into 1-inch squares.

Enjoy & think of Hawaii! ;)