I’ve been making this Homemade Coconut Whipped Cream for just over 7 years now. And so I knew it was time for an update with all the different tips I’ve learned along the way. So if you’re looking for a super tasty dairy-free whipped cream, this recipe is the answer! I use this recipe for whipped cream to go with so many other desserts, and it’s always a hit. So be sure and check out my favorite dessert recipes below to pair with this whipped cream. It’s simple to make, but with a few tips and tricks, you’ll be on your way to perfect coconut whipped cream every time!
So first of all what is coconut whipped cream
It’s a dairy-free and vegan version of whipped cream, and yes it does taste like coconut! Surprisingly though, it pairs really well with so many desserts. You make it by refrigerating a can of coconut milk or you can also use a can of coconut cream (unsweetened). This causes the ‘cream’ to harden and come to the surface. From there you whip this cream, and it gets fluffy like regular whipped cream.
Now make this Coconut Whipped Cream recipe step by step
The first step is to refrigerate the coconut milk. This is essential to help the cream separate from the coconut water. Then add the hardened cream to a mixing bowl. To play it extra safe, just whip the hardened cream before adding the sweetener. I’ve found that I have really good luck with the Native Forest brand of organic coconut milk, and I just add the sweetener in right away. (You can see this in the above photo.) However, it doesn’t hurt to just whip the hardened cream first in a stand mixer with the whisk attachment. That way if it’s on the soft side, you can use powdered sugar to thicken it up rather than the maple syrup which will make it even softer. This method makes a thick whipped cream very similar in texture to regular whipped cream with stiff peaks.
How to make softer coconut whipped cream
If you’ve made coconut whipped cream before, you know it doesn’t always turn out! So I’ve put together my tips below to give you the best chance it will turn out perfectly every single time. There are a few reasons it doesn’t work out sometimes, and believe me I’ve definitely learned these the hard way over the last 7 years. Also if you have lots of experience with dairy-free whipped cream, let me know your tips down below in the comments!
Serve this coconut whipped cream with these recipes
Or… serve this whipped cream with a pan of these flourless chocolate brownies still warm from the oven! I sure hope you get a chance to make this dairy-free coconut whipped cream recipe soon, and if you do, I hope you’ll leave me a comment/rating below. I always love hearing from you here in the comments.
