Creamy Coconut Milk Whipped Cream Recipe Easy Vegan Delight
A luscious, dairy-free whipped cream made from chilled full-fat coconut milk, sweetened with powdered sugar and flavored with vanilla. Perfect for vegan desserts and quick to prepare.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus overnight chilling)
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 12 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: About 1 cup whipped cream (approximately 8 servings of 2 tablespoons each) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (13.5 oz / 400 ml) full-fat coconut milk, chilled overnight
- 2–3 tablespoons powdered sugar (organic preferred)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Optional: 1-2 teaspoons maple syrup or agave nectar
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Chill the unopened can of full-fat coconut milk in the refrigerator overnight (at least 12 hours) to allow the cream to separate from the liquid.
- About 15 minutes before whipping, chill your mixing bowl and beaters in the fridge or freezer.
- Carefully open the chilled can without shaking and scoop out the thick coconut cream into the cold mixing bowl. Save the remaining coconut water for other uses.
- Using an electric mixer, whip the coconut cream on medium-high speed for 3-5 minutes until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add 2 to 3 tablespoons powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Continue whipping for 1-2 minutes until fluffy.
- Taste and adjust sweetness by adding maple syrup or agave nectar if desired, whipping briefly to combine.
- If the whipped cream is soft, chill in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes to firm up before serving.
Notes
Do not shake the coconut milk can before opening to keep the cream separated. Use full-fat coconut milk chilled overnight for best results. Keep mixing bowl and beaters cold to help the cream whip better. Avoid overwhipping to prevent grainy texture or separation. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and whisk before serving. Avoid freezing as it affects texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 10
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 2
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