This 5-Minute Vegan Coconut Cream Dessert is a no-bake recipe, a creamy vegan, gluten free, dairy free coconut pudding. Top with fruit or jelly, and a sprinkle of coconut. Every bite is delightful.

5-Minute Vegan Coconut Cream Dessert

I love stocking up on ingredients that can go quickly into a scrumptious dessert, especially when my vegan friends are coming for dinner! And this vegan coconut pudding is nice and thick, rich in flavor, and only takes about 5 minutes to make!

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5-Minute Vegan Dessert

My friend recently made this coconut pudding for a ladies gathering, served with sweet, juicy blackberries on top. We couldn’t believe how tasty it was, so of course we all asked for the recipe. Most any fruit would be amazing, or even a lighter jelly or jam spooned on top.

Easy 5-Minute Vegan Coconut Cream Dessert

This no-bake vegan dessert is the richest and creamiest coconut cream mousse you will ever eat! And there is no stove required! But, if you’re looking for a cake to bake, our Vegan Cardamom Raspberry Cake is a must-try!

Why I love this recipe

  • It only takes 5 mintues to make. 
  • It’s a crowd-pleaser for any party.
  • This dessert is a great recipe for various diets, like gluten-free, dairy-free, Vegan, and more.

We also love this recipe as a dessert when we serve this cobb salad or these tacos!

Tasty 5-Minute Vegan Coconut Cream Dessert

Next time you need a quick, classy dessert for a dinner party, pull these simple ingredients from your pantry: coconut cream and shredded coconut. I also keep a premium jelly on hand.

Gather these ingredients

  • Organic Coconut Cream – not milk  (I buy at Trader Joe’s)
  • Organic shredded coconut
  • Vanilla
  • Nutmeg + cinnamon + cardamom
  • Coconut sugar (you can also use maple syrup)
  • Premium jelly or compote or fresh berries (optional)
  • Nuts (optional)
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How do you make 5-minute Coconut Dessert?

  1. Open chilled can of coconut cream; drain off the liquid. It’s okay to leave a little bit of liquid.
  2. Place in a mixing bowl along with the coconut and spices. Use a hand mixer; mix together until smooth. You can whip the ingredients, but only for about 1 minute.
  3. Scoop the coconut cream into small serving bowls. Top with fresh fruit, compote, or your favorite jelly. Or sprinkle with coconut.
  4. You can make ahead and store the dessert in the fridge for up to 1 week. Take a fork to fluff it up for serving, or whisk it again with your mixer for 1-2 minutes.
5-Minute Vegan Coconut Cream Dessert HOW TO

Tips and substitutions:

  • One reader used maple syrup in place of coconut sugar, but we have not tried this yet.
  • Optional to refrigerate the coconut cream and whip it with a hand mixer, then blended in the remaining ingredients. Soooo good.
  • You can opt out of serving the berries or jam, and just serve with shredded coconut and nuts.
  • Also optional to not serve with nuts, but if you do, almond, pecans, walnuts, hazelnuts, and macadamia nuts, are all delicious.
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How do you serve coconut cream pudding?

We love this recipe because it’s great for all diets. If you’re looking for gluten free desserts or easy vegan desserts, and something quick and simple? Five minutes is all you need! 

  • Serve it to guests, and they will think you spent hours preparing creamy coconut dessert.
  • For Fourth of July, garnish with strawberries and blueberries.
  • In the winter months, add spoonfuls of your favorite jam or jelly, with a sprinkle of coconut.
  • Make ahead and pull out of the fridge for company, for a scrumptious dessert!
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5-Minute Coconut Cream

This 5-Minute Vegan Dessert is a no-bake recipe, a creamy vegan, gluten free, dairy free coconut cream pudding, topped with fruit or jelly.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Yield: 4
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Ingredients
 

  • 1 13.5 oz can Coconut Cream (I buy at Trader Joe's), cream NOT coconut milk
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • ½ tsp. vanilla
  • ½ tsp. nutmeg
  • ½ tsp. cinnamon
  • ½ tsp. cardamom
  • 4 Tbsp coconut sugar
  • Premium jelly or compote or fresh berries, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Open chilled can of coconut cream; drain off the liquid. It’s okay to leave a little bit of liquid.
  • Place in a mixing bowl along with the coconut and spices. Use a hand mixer; mix together until smooth. You can whip the ingredients, but only for about 1 minute.
  • Scoop the coconut cream into small serving bowls. Top with fresh fruit, compote, or your favorite jelly. Or sprinkle with coconut. Serve right away!
  • You can make ahead and store the dessert in the fridge for up to 1 week. Take a fork to fluff it up for serving, or whisk it again with your mixer for 1-2 minutes.

Notes

Originally posted March 2014.
Cuisine: American
Course: Dessert
Calories: 162kcal, Carbohydrates: 23g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 8g, Saturated Fat: 7g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 0.4g, Sodium: 84mg, Potassium: 89mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 18g, Vitamin A: 2IU, Vitamin C: 0.3mg, Calcium: 13mg, Iron: 1mg
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5-minute Vegan Dessert with coconut cream