5-Minute Fluffy Whipped Coconut Cream
yields: 2 cups
Get the fluffiest, creamiest vegan whipped cream from just a chilled can of coconut cream or full-fat coconut milk, whipped to soft peaks with powdered sugar and vanilla in just a few minutes. It has a rich, cloud-like texture that’s light enough to dollop and swirl over strawberry shortcake, yet sturdy enough to hold its shape when piped over pie.
Ingredients
- 1 13.66-ounce can coconut cream, or 2 cans full-fat coconut milk, chilled upright in the fridge overnight for at least 24 hours, see note
- ¼ cup powdered sugar, sifted (or use 1 tablespoon maple syrup)
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
INSTRUCTIONS
- Plan ahead: Chill the can of coconut cream or coconut milk in the fridge for at least 24 hours. Note: trying to speed this step in the freezer will not work.
- Open the can without tilting it and spoon just the thick cream off the top into the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment or into a mixing bowl with a hand mixer.
- Whip on medium speed for 1 minute, until it no longer has any chunks of hardened coconut cream. Take care not to over mix or the heat from the mixer will melt the coconut cream.
- Add the powdered sugar and vanilla and continue whisking on high speed until soft peaks form, 1-2 minutes. Taste and add more sifted powdered sugar if desired - measure with your heart.
- Chill in an airtight container until ready to use.
Notes
Coconut Cream/Milk Cans
Use a can of coconut cream or full-fat coconut milk. Refrigerated coconut milk will not work. I recommend 365 Whole Foods, Native Forest, Savoy, or Thai Kitchens. Do not use Trader Joe's coconut milk or cream. It is oily, separates into a gritty texture, and will not whip to soft peaks.- Coconut Cream: If you can find it, I recommend using a can of coconut cream because it has more of the thick cream on top - the only part you'll use!
- Coconut milk: Use full-fat coconut milk. You will only use the thick cream on top, so grab two cans if you need more than ~1 cup of whipped coconut cream.
