1 13.5 oz can full-fat coconut milk
5 egg yolks
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup cornstarch (or tapioca flour)
1 Tbsp. vanilla

  • Heat coconut milk in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat.
  • While the coconut milk is heating, add the egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch to a medium bowl, whisking together until smooth.
  • Whisk the coconut milk occasionally until it starts to steam - do not boil.
  • Continually whisk the egg mixture while slowly pouring in the coconut milk.
  • Return the mixture to medium heat, whisking constantly, until thickened (about 5 minutes).
  • Remove from the heat and whisk in the vanilla extract.
  • Pour into a clean bowl and cover with plastic wrap directly on the surface of the custard to prevent a crust from forming.
  • Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.

Source: https://www.whattheforkfoodblog.com/2016/06/13/dairy-free-coconut-custard/