Fresh homemade coconut milk comes together with 2 ingredients and just a few minutes of your time. Once you make this recipe for homemade coconut milk you’ll see how easy the process is and just how flavorful coconut milk can be. You may never go back to store-bought coconut milk again.
Some store bought brands of coconut milk contain fillers, additives and preservatives so if you are looking for a cleaner option this recipe for homemade definitely fits the bill.
If you like the idea of making your own non-dairy milks try this recipe for Homemade Cashew Milk It’s rich and creamy and tastes great. You may also like this Flax Milk too.
Not sure what to do with Homemade Coconut Milk? Here are a few options, make this Turmeric Golden Milk, these Overnight No Oats or mix with this Homemade Grain Free Granola.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe For Homemade Coconut Milk
This 2 ingredient recipe for coconut milk couldn’t be easier or faster. You’ll love the rich and creamy taste. This coconut milk can be used anywhere you’d use dairy or non-dairy milk.
Ingredients To Make Coconut Milk
- Water – I prefer to use filtered water but tap or bottled water will also work.
- Unsweetened shredded coconut – Make sure to use unsweetened so you can adjust the sweetness of the milk yourself.
Equipment
- pot
- blender
- measuring cup
- mesh strainer, nut bag or cheese cloth
How To Make Coconut Milk
- Heat the water to just before boiling. The water should be hot but not scalding.
- Place the coconut into a blender and pour in the hot water.
- Allow the mixture to sit for ten minutes to cool slightly.
- Blend on high for several minutes until the mixture becomes thick and creamy.
- Pour the coconut milk through a mesh strainer, nut bag or cheese cloth.
Storage
Homemade coconut milk will last about 5 days in the fridge in a glass jar or container. I do not recommend freezing coconut milk.
Pro Tips
Here are a few things you can do to make sure your homemade coconut milk turns out well every time.
- Make sure to use unsweetened shredded coconut so you can adjust the sweetness yourself. The sweetened coconut is usually used in baking.
- Feel free to add sweetener, vanilla, cinnamon, cocoa powder, cardamon or even turmeric to change up the flavor.
FAQs
Is homemade coconut milk healthier?
Homemade coconut milk can be healthier as you can control the ingredients. Some store bought coconut milks are fortified with Vitamins like D and B12 so if you are looking for homemade coconut milk to have the same nutritional profile it will not.
Is this coconut milk similar to canned coconut milk?
No, canned coconut milk is much thicker and richer than this coconut milk. This recipe is similar to the kind of coconut milk you’d buy in the refrigerated section of the grocery store.
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Homemade Coconut Milk
Ingredients
- 8 cups water
- 8 oz shredded unsweetened coconut
Instructions
- Heat the water to just before boiling, the water should be hot, but not scalding.
- Place the coconut into a blender, and add the hot water. Allow the mixture to sit for ten minutes to cool slightly.
- Blend on high for several minutes until the mixture becomes thick and creamy.
- Pour the coconut milk through a mesh strainer, nut bag or cheese cloth