Haitian Recipes: Haitian Coconut Fruit Dessert | Blan Manje

Combine coconut milk, water, and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat.

Stir until sugar dissolves and mixture is warm, about 3-4 minutes.

In a separate bowl, mix cornstarch with a small amount of cold water to create a slurry.

Gradually add the cornstarch slurry to the warm coconut mixture, stirring constantly.

Continue to cook while stirring until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract, almond extract, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon.

Pour the mixture into individual molds or a large dish.

Let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until set, at least 2 hours.

To serve, unmold the Blan Manje onto plates.

Garnish with fresh fruit, toasted coconut flakes, chocolate shavings, and whipped cream.

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