coconut cream

American  

[koh-kuh-nuht kreem, -nuht] / ˈkoʊ kəˌnʌt ˈkrim, -nət /

noun

1. Also called cream of coconut.  a creamy white liquid skimmed from the top of coconut milk that has been made by soaking grated coconut meat in water, used in South and Southeast Asian cuisine, mixed drinks, etc.

2. a custard pie with shredded or ground coconut.

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Example Sentences

Others believe it may have been invented by accident, a clever use of leftover coconut cream.

From Salon

A vegan version works just as well: silken tofu or vegan cream cheese blended with coconut cream and a little berry jam, perfect with grapes or berries.

From Salon

Its popular “Founder” drink named for and created by Tanner is Diet Coke mixed with sugar-free coconut syrup, lime and coconut cream.

From The Wall Street Journal

Just combine coconut cream and pineapple juice and serve the finished drink either blended with or over ice.

From Salon

Or take a bright yuzu marmalade: pair it with black sesame seeds, flaked coconut, a drizzle of coconut cream, a swirl of tahini, and a scatter of lime zest.

From Salon