The flavors in this dessert are definitely summery and sure to conjure up images of sitting in a beach chair set on white sand alongside warm ocean breezes. Serve with plump, juicy strawberries on the side, and you’ll end your summer gathering on a luscious sweet note, without even having to break a sweat!
Ingredients
- 1 cup canned cream of coconut (such as Coco Lopez, available in the drink ingredients section; do not use coconut milk)
- 1 cup canned crushed pineapple in unsweetened pineapple juice
- 1 cup whipping cream
- ¼ cup dark rum
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin
- ground nutmeg
- whole fresh strawberries
Recipe
- Puree the first four ingredients in a food processor or blender. Transfer to a bowl.
- Pour 2 tablespoons water into a heavy small saucepan. Sprinkle with the gelatin. Let stand 1 minute. Stir over low heat until gelatin dissolves thoroughly. Add to the coconut mixture, stirring well. Divide among 4-6 wine glasses or ramekins. Cover; chill overnight.
- To serve, sprinkle tops with freshly grated nutmeg and place 1-2 whole strawberries on the side. Makes 4-6 servings.
Source: Barbara Walch
