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Best Substitutes for Coconut Cream — What to Use Instead

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Full-Fat Coconut Milk (refrigerated, cream scooped): Solid part from can — Refrigerate can overnight, scoop solid cream from top.

Heavy Cream: 1:1 — If dairy is okay. Richer, no coconut flavor.

Overview

Top substitute for coconut cream: Full-Fat Coconut Milk (refrigerated, cream scooped) (Solid part from can). Refrigerate can overnight, scoop solid cream from top. Plus 2 more alternatives.

Key Details

  • Full-Fat Coconut Milk (refrigerated, cream scooped): Solid part from can — Refrigerate can overnight, scoop solid cream from top.
  • Heavy Cream: 1:1 — If dairy is okay. Richer, no coconut flavor.
  • Cashew Cream: 1:1 — Blend soaked cashews. Neutral flavor.

Why This Matters

  • Coconut Cream may need substituting due to dietary restrictions
  • Running out of an ingredient mid-recipe is common
  • Allergies or preferences may require alternatives

How To

  1. 1Best overall substitute: Full-Fat Coconut Milk (refrigerated, cream scooped) at Solid part from can
  2. 2Consider what role the ingredient plays in the recipe
  3. 3Test substitutes in small batches first
  4. 4Adjust other ingredients as noted for best results

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The best substitute is Full-Fat Coconut Milk (refrigerated, cream scooped) at Solid part from can. Refrigerate can overnight, scoop solid cream from top.