Special Coconut Whipped Cream Recipe
Whipped cream is a versatile ingredient that can be used in all sorts of baking and dessert making endeavors. Therefore, if you're a baking enthusiast or simply love making homemade desserts, one of the things you should always keep handy is a whipped cream recipe.
Coconut whipped cream is a healthier and tastier alternative to the traditional whipped cream.
With this recipe, you have the option of using coconut milk or cream. Here's how to make the cream using either of the 2 ingredients.
- Ingredients
- STep-by-step InSTRuctions
Coconut whipped cream tastes best when chilled. So, serve it right away or pop it back into the refrigerator to ensure it stays chilled until you're ready to use it.
Method 1: Making Whipped Cream Using Coconut Milk
Prep time: 1 day
Serves: 1 bowl
- Grab a can of coconut milk.
- Refrigerate overnight. This step is very crucial. You must refrigerate your coconut milk for at least 18-24 hours for it to firm up.
- Once your coconut milk has been properly refrigerated, remove it and open the can immediately. Cream will have risen to the top of the can with water settling at the bottom. Scoop out the cream with a spoon.
- Place a mixing bowl in the freezer to chill for a few minutes before proceeding to the next step. This will help to ensure the whipped cream comes out fluffy.
- Place the cream in the chilled bowl and whip it using a food mixer or whisk. Continue whipping the cream becomes fluffy.
- Add in a splash of vanilla extract to the whipped cream and a natural sweetener of your choice.
- Whip the mixture.
Method 2: Making Whipped Cream Using Coconut Cream
Prep time: 1 day
Serves: 1 bowl
- Since a can of coconut cream consists purely of a thick, solid cream, you won't have to go through the process of separating coconut cream from water. However, you'll need to refrigerate the cream overnight to ensure optimum fluffiness in your coconut whipped cream.
- Once the cream is properly chilled, place the cream in the chilled bowl and whip it until the cream becomes fluffy.
- Add in a splash of vanilla extract and a sweetener of your choice.
- Whip the mixture until all ingredients have been fully blended to a smooth and creamy consistency.
