Why not make use of that half-full can of coconut cream in your fridge with these amazing 30+ Coconut Cream Recipes? Coconut cream is incredibly versatile and tasty, perfect for both savory and sweet dishes. It will add thickness and tropical flavor to smoothies, creaminess to coconut lime chicken, richness to homemade popsicles and make a luxurious vegan caramel sauce!
Coconut cream really adds a tropical and creamy touch to everything from sauces and soups to desserts and cocktails. Discover all the possibilities in this post!
How is coconut cream different from coconut milk?
Coconut cream is thicker and richer compared to coconut milk. Coconut milk is made by blending coconut flesh with water and then straining it, so it’s more liquidy. On the other hand, coconut cream has less water and comes from the first pressing of grated coconut flesh, making it more concentrated and creamy.
What is the shelf life of coconut cream?
Opened coconut cream should be used within 5-7 days when refrigerated.
Not sure where to start? Some of my favourite coconut cream recipes are Vegan Mint Chip Ice Cream and Creamy Mango Mousse.
Coconut Cream Recipes
Coconut Mojito
This Creamy Coconut Mojito recipe is perfect for the summer. Mint, rum and lime juice combine with cream of coconut, served up on ice with a sugar-lime rim.
Coconut Mojito
Strawberry Chocolate Truffles
Strawberry Chocolate Valentine’s Day Truffles, the creamy chocolate and strawberry filling is paired with a freeze-dried strawberry coating.Recipe: Life Around the Table
Strawberry Chocolate Truffles
Healthy Chocolate Peppermint Fudge
Melt-in-your-mouth Chocolate Peppermint Fudge is made with 5 healthy ingredients like coconut milk and Medjool dates for a natural sweetness.Recipe: Life Around the Table
Chocolate Peppermint Fudge
Coconut Cream Popsicles
This boozy (or not) vegan coconut popsicle recipe is hands down the best way we know of to beat the summer heat.Recipe: The Modern Proper
Coconut Cream Popsicles with Malibu Rum
Creamy Blackberry Mojito Recipe
This Creamy Coconut Blackberry Mojito recipe is perfect for the summer. Blackberries, mint, rum and lime juice combine with cream of coconut, served up on ice with a sugar-lime rim. Delicious!
Blackberry Coconut Mojito
Vegan Mint Chip Ice Cream
Whether you’re a dedicated vegan with a craving for ice cream or you’re just looking to make a super creamy treat this vegan ice cream recipe is ready to to swoop in and save the day.Recipe: The Modern Proper
Vegan Mint Chip Ice Cream
Pad Prik Khing Red Curry Green Beans with Shrimp
This easy Pad Prik Khing red curry green beans with shrimp is a tasty Thai stir-fry dish full of bold and delicious flavors from Thai herbs!Recipe: Simply Suwanee
Red Curry Green Beans with Shrimp
Chè Thái (Vietnamese Fruit Cocktail)
Che Thai, also known as Vietnamese Fruit Cocktail, is a vibrant Vietnamese dessert that combines fresh (or canned) fruits, jelly, tapioca pearls, and creamy coconut milk. It is such a versatile and easy-to-make dessert, using whatever ingredients you have on hand.
Vietnamese Fruit Cocktail
How to Make Vegan Caramel Sauce (3-Ingredients!)
This vegan caramel sauce is made with dates, coconut cream, maple syrup and salt! No stovetop or candy thermometer required.Recipe: Home Cooked Roots
Vegan Caramel Sauce
How to Make Coconut Whipped Cream
Coconut whipped cream is a delicious dairy-free, vegan and paleo-friendly alternative to heavy cream. Recipe: Downshiftology
How to Make Coconut Whipped Cream
Creamy Coconut Milk Chicken
This creamy coconut milk chicken recipe is made with fresh lime juice, creamy coconut cream, and tender, juicy chicken breasts. Easy and delicious, have this one-pan, dairy-free, and low-carb chicken dinner on the table in just about 30 minutes!Recipe: The Forked Spoon
Creamy Coconut Milk Chicken
Creamy Cauliflower Mash
This Creamy Cauliflower Mash is the perfect comfort food side dish that’s easy to make and it’s low carb with a dairy free option too.Recipe: Get Inspired Everyday
Creamy Cauliflower Mash
Easy Vegan Tiramisu
Easy & quick vegan tiramisu using only 5 core ingredients (no cream cheese)! 20 minutes prep and tastes like the classic Italian dessert!Recipe: Rainbow Nourishments
Vegan Tiramisu
Vegan Mango Ice Cream (No Churn, 3 Ingredients)
Easy vegan mango ice cream made with just 3 ingredients. The perfect no-churn ice cream recipe for summer.Recipe: Addicted to Dates
Vegan Mango Ice Cream
Chocolate Panna Cotta (Coconut Milk)
This Chocolate Panna Cotta (Coconut Milk) is creamy, smooth, and rich. It’s an easy make ahead dessert made with pantry staples.Recipe: The Honest Spoonful
Coconut Chocolate Panna Cotta
4 Ingredient Coconut Cream Chia Seed Pudding
This easy 4-ingredient Creamy Coconut Chia Seed Pudding is the ultimate healthy, protein-packed breakfast, dessert, or snack that takes 5 minutes to make!Recipe: Baking Ginger
Coconut Cream Chia Seed Pudding
3 Ingredient Creamy Mango Mousse
This easy eggless & vegan mango mousse recipe is fluffy, creamy, and bursting with fresh, sweet mango, coconut, and aromatic vanilla flavor.Recipe: Thank You Berry Much
Creamy Mango Mousse
Coconut Cream Candies
Coconut Cream Candies feature a creamy coconut center made with coconut cream and shredded coconut. A smooth chocolate shell coats the candies.Recipe: Butter and Bliss
Coconut Cream Candies
Vegan Soft and Simple Coconut Cream Pancakes
Wake up and greet the day with some super fluffy coconut cream pancakes that are so quick and easy to whip up.Recipe: Sincerely Tori
Coconut Cream Pancakes
Raw Coconut Cream Bliss Bars
A delicious summer dessert that is nut-free and packed with healthy fats, carbs and a little protein. Sweet but not too sweet. Plus the filling is made with coconut yogurt for some healthy probiotics!Recipe: Purely Twins
Raw Coconut Cream Bliss Bars
Chocolate Coffee Truffles Recipe
This chocolate coffee truffles recipe has a creamy coffee filling that’s coated in dark chocolate. These truffles are paleo, vegan and keto.Recipe: Bake it Paleo
Chocolate Coffee Truffles
Red Lentil Curry
Red Lentil Curry is a vegetarian dish that mixes red lentils, garlic, onion, tomato sauce with rich, warm spices. This dish is finished off with coconut cream.Recipe: A Cedar Spoon
Red Lentil Curry
Coconut Chocolate Pudding
Thick and creamy vegan coconut chocolate pudding is one healthy and delicious treat that everyone will appreciate! Share with everyone!Recipe: Refresh My Health
Coconut Chocolate Pudding
Vegan Gingerbread Cheesecake
Baked vegan gingerbread cheesecake which is indulgent and perfect for Christmas. This festive dessert has no nuts and no tofu!Recipe: Rainbow Nourishments
Vegan Gingerbread Cheesecake
Vegan Lemon Tart
A delicious vegan spin on a classic French lemon tart, made with a slightly sweet shortcrust and a creamy coconut-milk-based lemon curd.Recipe: Steph Sunshine
Vegan Lemon Tart
Pineapple Cake
Deliciously moist and mouth-watering, this Pineapple Cake is made with just one bowl and seven ingredients. This recipe has stood the test of time and will leave everyone, from kids to grandparents, coming back for more.Recipe: Chew Out Loud
Pineapple Cake
Ginger and Pear Sticky Toffee Pudding
This glorious vegan version of the classic British Dessert, Sticky Toffee Pudding is perfect for Sunday Lunch, or even as a yummy alternative to Christmas Pudding. Full of cozy caramel flavors and packed with dates, the soft sponge and goeey toffee sauce is a favourite for a reason!Recipe: The Vegan Larder
Ginger and Pear Sticky Toffee Pudding
Pineapple Coconut Margarita
This Pineapple Coconut Margarita is a tropical twist on the classic cocktail. It combines sweet and tangy pineapple juice, creamy coconut milk, and zesty lime juice with tequila for a drink that will transport you straight to a beach vacation!Recipe: The Healthful Ideas
Pineapple Coconut Margarita
Lemongrass and Coconut Yellow Curry
This Yellow Curry recipe is one of my favorite Thai curries! It’s loaded with plant-based protein, hearty potatoes, lemongrass, yellow curry paste, and coconut cream to make an ultra rich and hearty dinner. Serve with jasmine rice, fresh herbs, and a final squeeze of lime juice! Recipe: Home Cooked Roots
Lemongrass and Coconut Yellow Curry
Coconut Rice
Coconut Rice is rich, soft, and creamy. It’s a wonderful rice side dish to serve with many entrées, especially those with tropical flavors and fruit. This rich and sticky rice is made with jasmine rice, unsweetened coconut cream, coconut water, and a hint of fresh lime juice.Recipe: Will Cook For Smiles
Coconut Rice
Coconut Cream Cold Brew
The coconut cold brew over ice is refreshing and perfect. It’s topped with whipped coconut cream that is like a fluffy layer of love. Recipe: How Sweet Eats
Coconut Cream Cold Brew
Peaches Cream Smoothie
Start your day right with this protein-packed Peaches & Cream smoothie! A delicious blend of superfoods that's both satisfying and nutritious.Recipe: Rachael's Good Eats
Peaches Cream Smoothie
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Coconut Cream Uses
Why not make use of that half-full can of coconut cream in your fridge with these amazing 30+ Coconut Cream Recipes? Coconut cream is incredibly versatile and tasty, perfect for both savory and sweet dishes. It will add thickness and tropical flavor to smoothies, creaminess to coconut lime chicken, richness to homemade popsicles and make a luxurious vegan caramel sauce! Try this Creamy Coconut Mojito recipe.
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Serves 1 cocktail
Equipment
- Cocktail Muddler
- Highball Glasses
- Straws
Ingredients
- 8 fresh mint leaves
- 1 1/2 ounces white rum (or coconut rum)
- 1 lime (juiced)
- 2 ounces cream of coconut (¼ cup)
- Ice
- Soda water (for topping)
- Mint sprigs (to garnish)
- Lime wheels (to garnish)
Sugar Lime Rim:
- Zest of 1 lime
- 2 Tablespoons sugar
- Pinch of kosher salt
Instructions
- To make the sugar lime rim, combine the lime zest, sugar, and salt on a shallow plate. Run a lime wedge around the rim of your glasses then dip into the sugar mixture. Fill with ice.
- Lightly muddle the mint in a cocktail shaker.
- Add the rum, lime juice, cream of coconut and ice and shake.
- Strain into rimmed glass. Top with club soda.
- Garnish with a mint sprig and lime wheel.
Nutrition
Calories: 369kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Sodium: 33mg | Potassium: 114mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 39g | Vitamin A: 340IU | Vitamin C: 22mg | Calcium: 42mg | Iron: 1mg
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