Dessert Cups with Coconut Cream

Ingredients

Regarding the Filling of Coconut Cream:

1. One 13.5-ounce can of full-fat coconut milk (for creaminess)
2. Half a cup of powdered sugar (to taste)
3. One teaspoon of vanilla extract
4. 1/4 cup of coconut shreds, either sweetened or unsweetened, if desired
5. One teaspoon of optional cornstarch (for thickening)
6. A dash of salt

For the topping of whipped cream:

• One cup of heavy cream
• Two tablespoons of sugar powder
• One teaspoon of vanilla extract

As a garnish:

• Shredded coconut that has been toasted
• Shavings of chocolate are optional.
• Fresh fruit (mango or berry, if desired)

Directions

Get the coconut cream filling ready.

• Put the powdered sugar, coconut milk, and a bit of salt in a pot. Warm, but not boiling, over medium-low heat.
• If using cornstarch, make a slurry with a little cool coconut milk and pour it into the saucepan. Stir constantly for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the mixture thickens somewhat.
• Take off the heat and mix in the coconut shreds and vanilla extract. Allow it to reach room temperature before chilling it completely in the refrigerator.

Get the Whipped Cream ready:

• Put the vanilla essence, powdered sugar, and heavy cream in a mixing bowl. Beat the cream with a stand mixer or hand mixer until soft peaks form.

Put the Dessert Cups Together:

• Spoon the chilled coconut cream filling into glasses or serving cups, filling them about halfway.
• Add a good amount of whipped cream on top.
• As desired, garnish with fresh fruit, chocolate shavings, or toasted coconut.

Serve:

Before serving, place the dessert cups in the fridge for 15 to 30 minutes to let the flavors combine. Have fun!

Advice

• Toasting Coconut: Put the shredded coconut in a dry skillet and heat it to medium. Until golden brown, stir often.
• Make-Ahead: The whipped cream and coconut cream filling can be made a day ahead of time. Simply put them together just before serving.

Make a delicious treat for yourself or your guests with these Coconut Cream Dessert Cups! Savor your tropical, creamy treat!