🥥 Creamy Coconut Dream Dessert
A luscious, no-bake tropical treat with layers of coconut cream, crunchy toppings, and a hint of lime—perfect for summer!
🌴 Ingredients *(Serves 6-8)*
Coconut Cream Layer:
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2 (13.5 oz/400ml) cans full-fat coconut milk (chilled overnight)
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¼ cup (30g) powdered sugar (or maple syrup for refined sugar-free)
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 tbsp lime or lemon zest (optional, for brightness)
Crunchy Base Layer:
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1 cup (100g) shredded coconut (toasted for extra flavor)
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½ cup (50g) almond flour (or crushed graham crackers)
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2 tbsp melted coconut oil
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1 tbsp honey or agave
Toppings (Pick Your Faves!):
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Toasted coconut flakes
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Fresh mango or pineapple chunks
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Dark chocolate shavings
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Crushed macadamia nuts
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Lime wedges
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prep the Coconut Cream
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Scoop out the solidified coconut cream from the chilled cans (discard the watery liquid or save for smoothies).
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Whip the cream with powdered sugar, vanilla, and lime zest until fluffy (3-4 mins with a mixer).
2️⃣ Make the Crunchy Base
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Mix toasted coconut, almond flour, coconut oil, and honey until it clumps slightly.
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Press into the bottom of a glass dish or individual jars.
3️⃣ Layer & Chill
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Spread the whipped coconut cream over the base.
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Top with toasted coconut, fruit, or chocolate.
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Refrigerate 2+ hours (or freeze 30 mins for a firmer texture).
💡 Pro Tips
✔ Extra creamy? Add 1 tbsp coconut butter to the whipped layer.
✔ Vegan? Use agave instead of honey.
✔ Quick version? Use store-bought coconut yogurt + granola.
✨ Why You’ll Love It
✅ Dairy-free & gluten-free (naturally!).
✅ Balanced textures – Silky, crunchy, and fruity.
✅ 5-minute active prep – Just assemble and chill!
Serve cold for a tropical escape in every bite! Pair with iced coffee or a piña colada. 🍍🌞
Want a chocolate-coconut variation? Swirl in cocoa powder to the cream layer! 😋