Coconut cream concentrate (also sometimes called coconut butter) is an incredibly tasty and filling way to get in your healthy fats from coconut! In essence, coconut cream concentrate or coconut butter is like a coconut version of peanut butter.
Coconut flesh is blended at high speeds to create a creamy, buttery consistency. It is dense, filling, and packed with protein and beneficial fats.
It is super easy to make and can be flavored with cocoa powder, nuts, dried fruit, etc. for yummy variations. If you like coconut at all, this is a great way to enjoy it!
Coconut Cream Ingredients
- dried, unsweetened shredded coconut or coconut flakes
- coconut oil
- optional flavorings including: real vanilla extract, chopped nuts, raisins, cocoa powder, chia seeds
- food processor or high powered blender (I use a Vitamix)
- honey, maple syrup, or stevia for sweetness (optional)
Coconut Cream Concentrate Recipe
Make your own coconut cream concentrate or coconut butter with this simple recipe that uses just coconut, coconut oil, and optional flavorings.
Servings
1 cup
Ingredients
- 1 cup shredded coconut (or coconut flakes, unsweetened)
- 2 TBSP coconut oil
- 1 TBSP honey (or maple syrup, or 10 drops liquid stevia, optional)
Optional flavorings
- vanilla extract
- chopped nuts
- raisins
- cocoa powder
- chia seeds
Instructions
- Pulse the shredded coconut or coconut flakes in the blender or food processor. At first, it will be powdered, then it will start to stick to itself and become smooth like almond butter.
- When it starts to get thick, add 2 TBSP of melted coconut oil and keep blending until smooth.
- Add sweetener and mix until smooth.
- Add any flavorings and mix by hand.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Coconut Cream Concentrate Recipe
Amount Per Serving (1 TBSP)
Calories 94
Calories from Fat 81
% Daily Value*
Fat 9g14%
Saturated Fat 8.1g51%
Sodium 5mg0%
Carbohydrates 3.3g1%
Fiber 1.3g5%
Sugar 0.9g1%
Protein 0.9g2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Notes
Once you make this coconut butter, it will stay good for a very long time. Just store in a tightly sealed container at room temperature or in the refrigerator.
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This is one of my favorite ways to eat coconut. What’s yours?
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