Best 3 Creamy Coconut Dessert Recipes

Indulge in the tropical delight of creamy coconut dessert, a symphony of flavors that transports you to a paradise of creamy and luscious sweetness. Dive into a world of textures, from the velvety smoothness of coconut cream to the delicate crunch of toasted coconut flakes. Experience the perfect balance of sweetness and richness, where every bite is a celebration of coconut's versatility. Whether you prefer a classic panna cotta with a coconut twist, a decadent mousse that melts in your mouth, or a refreshing sorbet that dances on your palate, this article will guide you through a culinary journey to find the ultimate creamy coconut dessert recipe that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

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CREAMY COCONUT DESSERT

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Field editor Deanne Richter of Elmore, Minnesota comments, "This refreshing dessert satisfies the sweet tooth. My sister gave me the recipe years ago."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
1/2 cup chopped pecans
FILLING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided
4 cups cold 2% milk
1-1/2 teaspoons coconut extract
3 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant vanilla pudding mix
2 cups sweetened shredded coconut, divided

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine flour and sugar; cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in the pecans. Press into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake at 325° for 20-25 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until smooth; fold in 1 cup whipped topping. Spread over the crust. , In another large bowl, whisk the milk, extract and pudding mixes for 2 minutes; let stand for 2 minutes or until soft-set. Fold in 1-1/2 cups coconut. Spread over cream cheese mixture. Top with remaining whipped topping. Toast remaining coconut; sprinkle over top. Refrigerate overnight.

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COCONUT CREAM DREAM DESSERT

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This is my modified version of the classic dirt salad. My son LOVES golden OREOs®. I was going to make the dirt salad but didn't have original chocolate cookies, so I used golden ones and it was AMAZING! Better than coconut cream pie.

Provided by Debbie

Categories Desserts

Time 2h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 (18 ounce) package vanilla sandwich cookies (such as Golden Oreos®), crushed
⅓ cup butter, melted
2 (3.4 ounce) packages instant coconut cream pudding mix
1 ½ cups milk
1 quart vanilla ice cream, softened
1 (16 ounce) container frozen whipped topping (such as Cool Whip®), thawed
1 cup toasted flaked coconut

Steps:

Set aside 1 cup of cookie crumbs and mix remaining crumbs with melted butter in a 9x13-inch baking dish; press buttered crumbs into the dish to form a crust. Freeze until set, about 10 minutes.
Whisk coconut cream pudding mix with milk in a large bowl until the pudding thickens, about 2 minutes. Stir ice cream into pudding mix and pour mixture into the cookie crust. Top with a layer of frozen whipped topping; sprinkle with reserved cookie crumbs and coconut. Refrigerate until set, about 1 1/2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 569.3 calories, Carbohydrate 69.8 g, Cholesterol 35.4 mg, Fat 30.8 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, Sodium 430 mg, Sugar 31.9 g

EASY COCONUT CREAM BARS

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Coconut desserts are good. Creamy coconut desserts are better. But you know what's the best? Easy, creamy coconut bar desserts-like this one.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories Home

Time 4h15m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
5 Tbsp. butter, melted
2 pkg. (3.4 oz. each) JELL-O Vanilla Flavor Instant Pudding
2 cups cold milk
2 cups thawed COOL WHIP Whipped Topping, divided
1 cup BAKER'S ANGEL FLAKE Coconut, divided

Steps:

Combine graham crumbs and butter; press onto bottom of 9-inch-square pan sprayed with cooking spray.
Beat pudding mixes and milk in large bowl with whisk 2 min. Stir in 1 cup COOL WHIP and 3/4 cup coconut; pour over crust.
Refrigerate 4 hours. Meanwhile, toast remaining coconut. (See tip.)
Spread remaining COOL WHIP over dessert just before serving. Sprinkle with toasted coconut.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 360 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 3 g

Tips:

Use fresh coconut milk. Fresh coconut milk has a richer flavor and creamier texture than canned coconut milk. If you can't find fresh coconut milk, use unsweetened canned coconut milk.
Chill the coconut milk before using. This will help to thicken the coconut cream and make it easier to whip.
Use a high-powered blender. A high-powered blender will help to create a smooth and creamy coconut cream.
Be patient when whipping the coconut cream. It may take several minutes for the coconut cream to thicken and reach stiff peaks.
Use ripe bananas. Ripe bananas have a sweeter flavor and are easier to blend.
Don't overmix the mousse. Overmixing the mousse will make it grainy.
Chill the mousse before serving. This will help the mousse to set and develop its flavor.

Conclusion:

These coconut dessert recipes are all easy to make and absolutely delicious. They're perfect for any occasion, from a casual get-together to a formal dinner party. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give one of these recipes a try. You won't be disappointed!