Description
Whipped Coconut Cream is a light, fluffy, dairy-free alternative to traditional whipped cream, made by whipping the thickened cream from chilled coconut milk or coconut cream. This vegan and gluten-free topping is naturally sweetened with maple syrup and enhanced with vanilla extract for a delicious and stable frosting perfect for cakes, cupcakes, or desserts.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 can (14 oz) full-fat coconut milk or coconut cream, chilled
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or other sugar-free sweetener, to taste
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Flavorings
- Other flavor extracts (e.g., almond, coconut)
- Ground spices (e.g., cinnamon)
- Cocoa powder
Instructions
- Chill the Coconut Milk: Place the can of full-fat coconut milk or coconut cream in the refrigerator for 1 to 3 days to allow the cream to separate and harden at the top.
- Prepare Equipment: Before opening the can, chill a mixing bowl and the beaters of an electric mixer in the fridge for about 30 minutes to ensure your whipped cream will stay cold and stable.
- Scoop the Cream: Open the chilled can carefully. Scoop out only the hardened coconut cream layer that has formed on top and place it into the chilled bowl. Reserve the remaining coconut water for smoothies or baking, or discard it.
- Whip the Cream: Using a hand mixer, whip the coconut cream with the maple syrup, vanilla extract, and any optional flavorings or spices you desire, until light and fluffy.
- Use as Desired: The whipped coconut cream is firm enough to use as a frosting for cakes and cupcakes. For decorative uses, transfer it into a chilled pastry bag fitted with a piping tip to frost desserts with elegant swirls.
Notes
- Use only full-fat coconut milk or coconut cream for best results, as light versions do not separate well.
- Do not shake the can before opening to keep the cream layer intact.
- Chilling both the coconut cream and your mixing equipment helps achieve better whipping and stability.
- The leftover coconut water can be saved for making smoothies, curries, or baking recipes instead of discarding.
- If the whipped cream softens too much, chill it again before serving.
- Prep Time: 3 days (includes chilling time)
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert Topping
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegan, Dairy-Free
Keywords: whipped coconut cream, vegan whipped cream, dairy-free topping, coconut cream frosting, vegan frosting
