Looking for an amazing dairy free or paleo whipped cream option? This is it! You have to try this easy Coconut Whipped Cream Recipe. So easy, and tastes better than regular whipped cream.
There are few simple pleasures in the world like some whipped cream with a bowl of berries, or a dollop of whipped cream on a fresh homemade latte. This Coconut Whipped Cream adds a healthier twist to that simple decadence that we all love!
Start with a can of coconut milk. Pop it in the fridge overnight. At this point, I just keep a can or 2 in the back of the refrigerator in case of emergency. 😉
When you opened the cooled and settled can, you will see a thick white layer on the top. DON’T SHAKE THE CAN!!! EVER!! or stir it! NO NO NO NO NO!!! We want the thick white layer on the top. Trust me, it is a good thing. It is a happy thing. It is the thing we are going to make this whipped cream out of. So thick white layer = goodness! 🙂
You are going to carefully spoon only the thick white layer into a CHILLED mixing bowl. Beat on medium speed for about 1 minutes. Add a 1-2 tbsp of powdered sugar or your favorite sweetener to give it a little sweetness. It is also delicious if you can also add a small amount of vanilla; totally optional.
Coconut Whipped Cream
Ingredients
- 14 OZ coconut milk (canned; Thai Kitchen is best)
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar or other sweetener (+/-)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Chill your coconut cream or milk in the fridge overnight. Also chill a large mixing bowl 10 minutes before whipping.
- The next day, remove the can from the fridge without tipping or shaking and remove the lid. Scrape out the top, thickened cream and leave the liquid behind (reserve for use in smoothies).
- Place cream in your chilled mixing bowl. Beat for 30 seconds with a mixer until creamy. Then add vanilla (optional) and powdered sugar and mix until creamy and smooth - about 1 minute.
- Use immediately or refrigerate - it will harden and set in the fridge the longer it's chilled. Will keep for up to 1 - 2 weeks!
You will end up with this light creamy whipped topping that is completely dairy free which makes it perfect for all of those Paleo, 21 Day Fix, low calorie, whatever diet is popular today diets. Or if you are just looking for a more flavorful heathy twist on whipped cream….this is it!
Amanda is a busy mom of 3 that is constantly on the lookout for shortcuts to add more happiness to the day. She loves creating recipes, printables, DIY, and sharing family fun tips with you.
Nathalie
May 2, 2015 at 1:11 pmThat sounds delicious but what do you do with the rest of the coconut milk in the can? Can you use it like you would fat free coconut milk?
Amanda @ A Few Short Cuts
May 2, 2015 at 6:08 pmYes, you can use it in anything you would use coconut milk. We use it in smoothies, the other day I used it in place of the milk in a cake. Turned out fabulous.
Gloria
May 26, 2015 at 8:36 amThis sounds amazing! How do you count this on 21 day fix? What container would this count or is it a tsp? Thanks!!
Melanie
November 18, 2015 at 10:36 amI don’t have a stand mixer, would it be possible to do this with an immersion blender?
Amanda @ A Few Short Cuts
November 18, 2015 at 10:43 amYes totally! I just use my little hand mixer too sometimes.