Tapioca pudding is a sweet dessert made from tapioca pearls, which are small, round balls derived from the cassava root. The pudding is typically prepared by cooking the pearls in milk or water, along with sugar and sometimes eggs, until they become soft and translucent. It has a creamy texture and a mildly sweet flavor. This dessert is often served chilled and can be enjoyed plain or flavored with ingredients like vanilla or chocolate. Tapioca pudding is popular in many cultures and is known for its unique chewy consistency, making it a favorite among both children and adults.