Creamy Coconut Milk Dessert
Diabetic-Friendly | Low Carb | Keto-Friendly
If you love creamy desserts, this Coconut Milk Dessert is a perfect low-carb treat. It’s smooth, rich, lightly sweet, and topped with fluffy shredded coconut. The texture is similar to custard or pudding, but made with ingredients that keep it diabetic-friendly.
This dessert is simple to make and perfect when you want something cool, creamy, and satisfying without added sugar.
🥘 Ingredients (Serves 6)
- 2 cups coconut milk (full-fat)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup powdered erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
- 3 egg yolks
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- ½ tsp coconut extract (optional)
- ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut (for topping)
👩🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Heat the Cream Base
In a saucepan combine:
- Coconut milk
- Heavy cream
- Sweetener
Heat over medium-low heat until warm but not boiling.
Step 2: Mix the Egg Yolks
In a bowl whisk the egg yolks until smooth.
Slowly pour a small amount of the warm coconut mixture into the yolks while whisking (this prevents scrambling).
Step 3: Cook the Custard
Return everything to the saucepan.
Cook on low heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens slightly.
Step 4: Add Flavor
Remove from heat and stir in:
- Butter
- Vanilla extract
- Coconut extract (optional)
Step 5: Chill
Pour the mixture into a baking dish or serving dish.
Refrigerate for 2–3 hours until firm and creamy.
Step 6: Add Topping
Sprinkle unsweetened shredded coconut over the top before serving.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
This coconut dessert is delicious with:
- Fresh berries 🍓
- Keto whipped cream
- A sprinkle of toasted coconut
Serve chilled for the best texture.
🥗 Nutrition (Per Serving – Approx.)
- Calories: 210–240
- Carbohydrates: 4–5g
- Net Carbs: ~3g
- Protein: 3–4g
- Fat: 21–23g
- Added Sugar: 0g
⭐ Tip: This dessert tastes even better the next day because the coconut flavor becomes richer.
