Coconut Cream
Coconut Cream is a rich, creamy, and naturally dairy-free ingredient made from the thick, fatty part of coconut milk. It’s perfect for adding luscious texture and tropical flavor to desserts, sauces, smoothies, and savory dishes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes (plus chilling time)
- Total Time: Overnight chilling plus 5 minutes prep
- Yield: About 1 1/2 cups coconut cream
- Category: Ingredient preparation
- Method: Chilling and scooping
- Cuisine: Vegan, Dairy-Free
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 2 cans (13.5 oz each) full-fat coconut milk (chilled overnight)
Instructions
Place chilled cans of coconut milk in the refrigerator overnight without shaking.
- Carefully open the cans and scoop out the thick, creamy layer that has solidified at the top, leaving the watery liquid behind (reserve for smoothies or other uses).
- Transfer the coconut cream to a bowl and whip with a hand mixer for a few minutes until light and fluffy, if desired.
- Use immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Add a teaspoon of vanilla extract or sweetener for dessert toppings.
- Use coconut cream as a base for dairy-free whipped cream.
- Incorporate into smoothies for creaminess and flavor.
- Use in curries, soups, or sauces for richness.
- Freeze in ice cube trays for easy portioning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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