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Sago Gula Melaka - Light Pearl Sago with Palm Sugar

Silky sago pearls swimming in creamy coconut milk kissed with caramel-sweet palm sugar syrup—this beloved Malaysian dessert is indulgent comfort in a bowl. Our Fat Switch cuts 40% of calories by using light coconut milk and natural sweetener swaps, so you get all the nostalgia and none of the guilt.

20m

Prep Time

30m

Cook Time

Servings

285

Calories

Protein

🛒 Ingredients

✓ 1/2 cup pearl sago
✓ 3/4 cup light coconut milk
✓ 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
✓ 2 tbsp water
✓ Pinch of sea salt
✓ 1 tsp vanilla extract
✓ Ice cubes for serving
✓ 40g palm sugar, chopped
✓ 1 tbsp monk fruit sweetener
✓ 2 tbsp water
✓ 1/3 cup raw cashew cream (soaked cashews blended with 2 tbsp water)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prepare Cashew Cream: Soak 1/3 cup raw cashews in hot water for 10 minutes. Drain and blend with 2 tbsp fresh water until smooth and creamy. Set aside.

2. Cook the Sago: Bring 2 cups water to a rolling boil. Add pearl sago slowly, stirring constantly to prevent clumping. Simmer for 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pearls turn translucent.

3. Cool and Rinse: Drain cooked sago and rinse under cold water for 30 seconds. Spread on a plate to cool and prevent sticking.

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4. Make Palm Sugar Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine chopped palm sugar and monk fruit sweetener with 2 tbsp water. Heat over medium, stirring gently until sugar dissolves and turns deep amber (about 4–5 minutes). Do not overcook. Cool for 2 minutes.

5. Combine Milk Base: In a bowl, whisk light coconut milk with almond milk, remaining water, sea salt, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.

6. Assemble Bowls: Divide cooked sago between two chilled bowls. Pour coconut milk mixture evenly over each bowl until three-quarters full.

7. Add Cashew Cream: Gently drizzle 2–3 tbsp of cashew cream over the surface of each bowl for that signature luxurious swirl.

8. Finish with Syrup: Pour warm palm sugar syrup over the top, allowing it to cascade through the sago. Top with a few ice cubes for contrast and chill before serving.

📊 Nutrition per Serving

Calories285 kcal

Protein6g

Carbohydrates54g

Fat8g

🏷️ Tags

#Malaysian dessert recipes light#sago pudding healthy coconut milk#palm sugar syrup low-calorie

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