Sri Lankan Wattalapam Coconut and Jaggery Dessert Custard - NoorieBoorie

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup melted jaggery (you can substitute molasses or <span class="italic">panela</span>)
• 1 cup thick coconut milk or cream (if using canned coconut milk, only use the thick part at the top)
• 1 teaspoon cardamom powder
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• Salt, small pinch
• 2 eggs yolks
• 1 whole egg
• 6 cashews, whole or crushed (optional)
• Water, as needed