Fluffy Coconut Whipped Cream (Dairy-Free & 1 Ingredient!)
This coconut whipped cream is a dreamy, dairy-free topping made from just one ingredient: a can of full-fat coconut milk. Whether you’re keeping things paleo, vegan, or keto, this whipped cream alternative is light, fluffy, and subtly sweet. Perfect for topping pies, fruit, hot cocoa, and more.
Servings: 5
Calories: 138
Ingredients
- 1 13.5-ounce can coconut milk or coconut cream, chilled in the fridge overnight Sprouts brand Coconut Cream + Whole Foods 365 Organic Coconut Milk (full fat, not light are the best kind to use for this!)
Instructions
Fancy Version
- Remove the thick and hardened coconut cream from the can and transfer it to your mixing bowl, leaving any excess moisture/coconut water in the can.
- Note: If your can of coconut cream did not harden up, unfortunately, you got a dud can of coconut cream and it won't whip into soft peaks. Use this can for cooking or baking instead, and try another can.
- Beat on medium-high for 2 minutes with a hand mixer or stand mixer, until light and fluffy and soft peaks form. Scrape down the bowl. If adding sweetener, add now and continue beating until mixed.
- Serve and enjoy! Leftovers will keep for 5 days refrigerated in an airtight container.
Lazy Version
- Scoop the cold (or even room temperature) coconut cream into a small bowl, leaving any excess moisture/coconut water in the can.
- Whip it up with a fork for a few seconds until fluffy. It won't be as stiff and pretty, but this takes less than a minute and you don't have to bust out your stand mixer or hand mixer!
Serving
- You can serve the whipped coconut cream immediately, or transfer to an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week. It will harden up in the fridge. Just whisk for a few seconds before serving again.
Notes
- The Brand Matters: Trust me, not all coconut milk is created equal. The Whole Foods 365 and Sprouts brands consistently whip up the best texture. Brands like Trader Joe’s or Thai Kitchen? They tend to flop - use those for soups and smoothies instead.
- Chill Out: For the best results, always chill the can overnight. If your coconut cream didn’t harden, it won’t whip. That’s just the nature of the ingredient, sometimes a can’s a dud.
- Storage: Once made, store it in the fridge where it will firm up slightly. Just give it a quick whisk before serving to bring back the fluff.
Nutrition
Calories: 138 | Total Carbs: 3.3g | Protein: 1.4g | Fat: 14.3g | Fiber: 1.3g | Net Carbs: 2g