coconut cream substitutes

4 substitutes · avg score 7.1 · Thick, rich cream skimmed from the top of coconut milk or made from simmered grated coconut flesh, with a lush, sweet, tropical flavor. Used in curries, desserts, whipped toppings, and dairy-free cooking.

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01

Cream

7.5
1 cup : 1 cup

Chill full-fat coconut cream overnight; thick and rich, slight coconut flavor in whipped or poured cream

02

Heavy Cream

7.5
1 cup : 1 cup

Chill can overnight, scoop thick top layer; whips like cream with slight coconut flavor

03

Half and Half

7.5
1 cup : 3/4 cup

Thinner than coconut cream; use full-fat canned coconut milk instead, or reduce on stove to thicken

04

Sour Cream

6.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Chill overnight, add 1 tsp lemon for tang; dairy-free

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