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    Home » Desserts » Vegan Corn Pudding - Jhajhariya

    Published: Aug 26, 2020 · Modified: Aug 26, 2020 by Priya * This post may contain affiliate links.

    Vegan Corn Pudding - Jhajhariya

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    Jhajhariya (vegan corn pudding) served in a bowl with a spoon in it and text at the top
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    Jhajhariya is a vegan sweet corn pudding recipe made with just 4 ingredients. This coconut milk pudding is a vegan and gluten-free dessert! 

    Also, this is a microwave recipe that can be made in just 15 minutes!

    2 bowls filled with Jhajhariya (vegan coconut milk pudding) with spoons in them

    Table of Contents

    • Recipe inspiration - a Google ad
    • Trending now
    • Why I love this dessert
    • Ingredients needed
    • Here's how to make it
    • Serving Suggestions
    • Top tips, recommendations, and suggestions
    • More dessert recipes for the holidays
    • Vegan Corn Pudding - Jhajhariya

    Recipe inspiration - a Google ad

    Google is a powerful tool for sure! I found this recipe in one of their video ads.

    Although this video is old, it got a lot of attention and went viral on social media. That is how I happened to see it.

    It's aptly titled Reunion and talks about the Indo - Pak partition which happened in 1947.

    A very beautifully done ad, it captures the emotions of two friends who got separated in this partition and how the respective grandchildren plan to reunite them.

    The video is heartfelt indeed and manages to tug at your heartstrings. Do watch it. 

    But apart from being moved by the video, there was something else in the ad that caught my attention. 

    Trending now

    In the ad, one of the friends fondly talks about his favorite memory of eating Jhajhariya with his childhood friend.

    I had never heard of this dish and immediately took to google to find out more. I was very impressed and a bit amused to find many recipes mentioning this google ad along with their version of this recipe.

    It seemed that Google had encouraged so many of them including myself to explore this long-forgotten dessert.

    I chose to deep dive and find out more about this pudding. The more I read the more I was intrigued.

    Some articles claim this to be a traditional Pakistani sweet dish, while others say it's a Rajasthani dessert. The jury is still out on this one. 

    Although I am still not sure about the origin of this recipe, I am 100% sure that this recipe is a keeper!

    Jhajhariya (vegan coconut milk pudding) served in a bowl with a spoon in it

    Why I love this dessert

    Here's Sweet corn and coconut milk pudding that can turn a regular day into something festive. 

    Coconut milk desserts like this one is a perfect holiday sweet treat that is loved by all across ages!

    • It's a no-cook, no-bake microwave dessert recipe
    • Can be made in 15 minutes
    • Vegan and gluten-free dessert
    • Needs just 4 basic ingredients
    • Great to taste 

    Ingredients needed

    all the ingredients needed to make Jhajhariya (vegan coconut milk pudding) placed on a tray with labels on them

    Jhajhariya or Sweet corn Pudding is a dessert you can make when you are in a hurry or have sudden guests or if someone in the house is craving for something sweet!

    It also is one of those desserts that can be served for a crowd at a vegan Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner!

    The main ingredient here is sweet corn. The natural sweetness of corn brings a fresh taste to the dish.

    You can use fresh, frozen, or canned corn for this recipe. 

    Use full-fat coconut milk for a richer and creamier pudding.

    Cold-pressed Coconut oil or any other cooking oil can be used.

    Other ingredients are sugar, saffron, sliced almonds, and almond flour (optional). 

    Here's how to make it

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    1. Thaw the frozen corn and then grind it coarsely. If using fresh corn, then grate it.
    2. In a microwave-safe dish, add the coarsely ground corn.
    3. To this, add coconut oil. Microwave on high for 2 minutes.
    4. Give it a mix and then add coconut milk. Microwave on high for another 4 minutes.
      • Keep stirring at regular intervals.
    5. Now add sugar, mix it again, and microwave on high for 2 more minutes.
    6. At this stage, if the pudding is little watery, you can add almond flour to thicken it.
      • This is an optional step. Do it only if required.

    Serving Suggestions

    Lastly, garnish this vegan and gluten-free dessert with sliced almonds and saffron. 

    You can serve this coconut milk pudding warm or chilled. 

    I assure you that your guests will give it rave reviews and always ask for the recipe. 

    Do try this unique and innovative dessert this holiday season!

    A decorative piece of cloth on the background of a bowl filled with Jhajhariya (vegan coconut milk pudding)

    Top tips, recommendations, and suggestions

    The best thing about Jhajhariya is that you can easily make it vegetarian. Just substitute regular milk for coconut milk and use ghee instead of coconut oil. 

    Microwave settings may vary. Keep checking after every minute. Feel free to use any other variety of sugar like brown, cane, coconut, or jaggery.

    This vegan corn pudding can easily be made on a stove-top. You just need to add all ingredients and keep stirring it till it combines and doesn't stick to the pan. 

    Add flour or corn starch to thicken it in place of almond flour. This dessert can be can made ahead of time and refrigerated. 

    More dessert recipes for the holidays

    • Rose flavored Coconut Balls
    • Mango Mastani
    • Thandai Chocolate Bark
    • Aval Kesari
    • Instant Pot Rice Kheer
    • Apple Pistachio Mousse

    If you are specifically looking for coconut milk desserts, then you can try this recipe - Figs Chocolate Coconut Milkshake.

    Jhajhariya (vegan corn and coconut milk pudding) served in 2 bowls with spoons in it

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    Jhajhariya (vegan corn pudding) served in a bowl with a spoon in it

    Vegan Corn Pudding - Jhajhariya

    Jhajhariya is a vegan sweet corn pudding recipe made with just 4 ingredients. This coconut milk pudding is a vegan and gluten-free dessert! 
    5 from 2 votes
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: Asian, Indian, Rajasthani
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 8 minutes
    Servings: 2 people
    Calories: 482.13kcal
    Author: Priya Lakshminarayan

    Equipment

    microwave

    Ingredients 

    • 1 cup corn
    • ½ cup coconut milk
    • 2 tablespoon coconut oil
    • ¼ cup sugar
    • 3 teaspoon almond flour optional
    • 8-10 strands saffron
    • 1 tablespoon sliced almonds

    Instructions

    • Thaw the frozen corn and then grind it coarsely. If using fresh corn, then grate it.
    • In a microwave-safe dish, add the coarsely ground corn.
    • To this, add coconut oil. Microwave on high for 2 minutes.
    • Give it a mix and then add coconut milk. Microwave on high for another 4 minutes.
    • Keep stirring at regular intervals.
    • Now add sugar, mix it again, and microwave on high for 2 more minutes.
    • At this stage, if the pudding is little watery, you can add almond flour to thicken it.
    • This is an optional step. Do it only if required.
    • Lastly, garnish this vegan and gluten-free dessert with sliced almonds and saffron.
    • Serve this coconut milk pudding warm or chilled.

    Notes

    You can use fresh, frozen, or canned corn for this recipe. Use full-fat coconut milk for a richer and creamier pudding.
    The best thing about Jhajhariya is that you can easily make it vegetarian. Just substitute regular milk for coconut milk and use ghee instead of coconut oil. 
    Microwave settings may vary. Keep checking after every minute. Feel free to use any other variety of sugar like brown, cane, coconut, or jaggery.
    This vegan corn pudding can easily be made on a stove-top. You just need to add all ingredients and keep stirring it till it combines and doesn't stick to the pan. 
    Add flour or corn starch to thicken it in place of almond flour. This dessert can be can made ahead of time and refrigerated. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 482.13kcal | Carbohydrates: 48.01g | Protein: 6.85g | Fat: 33.17g | Saturated Fat: 23.11g | Sodium: 14.34mg | Potassium: 396.37mg | Fiber: 3.4g | Sugar: 28.9g | Vitamin A: 202.51IU | Vitamin C: 8.03mg | Calcium: 38.89mg | Iron: 3.12mg
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    Comments

    1. Girija says

      August 31, 2020 at 5:23 pm

      The recipe with corn to make a pudding is fabulous. Will give a try soon.

      Reply
      • Priya says

        August 31, 2020 at 5:25 pm

        Thank you so much

        Reply
    2. Sally says

      August 29, 2020 at 11:11 pm

      Looks delicious! Love the taste of saffron!

      Reply
      • Priya says

        August 30, 2020 at 12:20 am

        Thank you 🙂 Saffron adds a whole new dimension to the dessert

        Reply
    3. Nart at Cooking with Nart says

      August 29, 2020 at 6:09 pm

      5 stars
      Yum! Love me some corn pudding. Bonus points for it being vegan 🙂

      Reply
      • Priya says

        August 29, 2020 at 8:17 pm

        🙂 Thank you

        Reply
    4. Mirlene says

      August 29, 2020 at 4:36 pm

      5 stars
      Taste so great and easy to make. Can't wait to make it again.

      Reply
      • Priya says

        August 29, 2020 at 8:17 pm

        Glad you liked it. Thank you

        Reply
    5. Cate says

      August 29, 2020 at 1:53 pm

      Yum!! Love how simple and tasty this looks, perfect for summertime! Making this ASAP!

      Reply
      • Priya says

        August 29, 2020 at 3:57 pm

        Glad you like it.

        Reply
    6. Andrea Metlika says

      August 29, 2020 at 1:46 pm

      5 stars
      I like how easy this is to make for such a beautiful and yummy dessert.

      Reply
      • Priya says

        August 29, 2020 at 3:57 pm

        Thank you so much

        Reply
    7. Tara says

      August 26, 2020 at 3:02 pm

      5 stars
      So easy and delicious -- glad we gave it a try!!

      Reply
      • Priya says

        August 26, 2020 at 3:51 pm

        Thank you so much

        Reply
    8. Shruthi says

      August 26, 2020 at 2:59 pm

      5 stars
      What a great and simple idea, Priya! This took me back to my childhood days - especially since it's so easy to use a microwave!

      Reply
      • Priya says

        August 26, 2020 at 3:51 pm

        I am so happy to hear that. Thank you so much.

        Reply
    9. Patty at Spoonabilities says

      August 26, 2020 at 1:51 pm

      5 stars
      This looks so delicious! I will have to try this! Your photographs are so beautiful as well!

      Reply
      • Priya says

        August 26, 2020 at 2:03 pm

        Glad you like it..thank you

        Reply
    10. Kerri says

      August 26, 2020 at 1:48 pm

      5 stars
      This can’t be much easier with just 4 ingredients! This is definitely a family favorite of ours!

      Reply
      • Priya says

        August 26, 2020 at 2:04 pm

        I know right! Thank you so much

        Reply
    11. Tawnie Kroll says

      August 26, 2020 at 1:47 pm

      5 stars
      So flavorful and easy to make - thank you!

      Reply
      • Priya says

        August 26, 2020 at 2:05 pm

        Thank you so much

        Reply
    12. Meeraji Rao says

      May 17, 2020 at 6:06 am

      I travelled the same path as yours, beginning with the viral add. Immediately forwarded to my friend Muzaffar and then went in search of the dish, prepared and ate it. It came out well. Thank you.

      Reply
      • Priya says

        May 17, 2020 at 11:41 am

        haha! Yes, it's an awesome dessert! Thank you.

        Reply
    13. Joscelyn says

      August 19, 2016 at 9:14 am

      Aww, the ad had a sweet storyline! So cool that it inspired you to create this delicious dessert! It sounds yummy!

      Reply
    14. Sarah Jean says

      August 18, 2016 at 9:23 am

      Oh I love love sweetcorn. I think it's time I made something I love so much!

      Reply

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