Tofu Pudding

This silky and smooth Tofu Pudding is a light and refreshing dessert made from soy milk and a delicate sweet syrup. A popular Asian dessert enjoyed warm or chilled!

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Chilling Time 50

Total Time 1 10

Course Dessert

Cuisine Chinese, Taiwanese

Servings bowls

Calories 120 kcal

Equipment

Saucepan
Whisk
Fine-mesh strainer
Serving bowls

Ingredients

2 cups unsweetened soy milk
1 tsp agar-agar powder or gelatin for non-vegan option
2 tbsp sugar
0.5 tsp vanilla extract
0.25 cup water for agar-agar activation
0.5 cup brown sugar for syrup
0.5 cup water for syrup
1 slice ginger for syrup (optional)

Instructions

In a small saucepan, dissolve agar-agar powder in 1/4 cup of water. Let sit for 5 minutes.
In a separate saucepan, heat soy milk and sugar over medium-low heat until warm but not boiling.
Whisk the agar mixture into the warm soy milk. Stir constantly for 3-4 minutes until fully dissolved. Remove from heat and mix in vanilla extract.
Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into serving bowls. Let cool slightly, then refrigerate for at least 50 minutes until set.
In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, water, and ginger (if using). Simmer over low heat for 5 minutes until thickened. Remove ginger and let cool.
Drizzle syrup over chilled tofu pudding and enjoy!

Notes

Optional Equipment: A silicone mold can be used for a more decorative shape.
Customization: Top with fresh fruits or toasted coconut for added texture.
Storage: Refrigerate for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
Serving Tip: Can be enjoyed warm or chilled depending on preference.

Nutrition

Serving: 1200Calories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 3gFat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 20mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Keyword Asian Dessert, Douhua, Soy Pudding, Tofu Pudding