If you want a little more coconut in your life this is the recipe collection for you! Here you’ll find recipes that use coconut in several forms from fresh shredded coconut, coconut oil, and coconut milk.
From chewy cookies, decadent cupcakes, chicken, fish, and side dishes there’s something for every palate here!
Which will you make first?
DESSERT RECIPES
You know what they say, eat dessert first! Here you’ll find recipes for cakes, cookies, and sweet bites.
- This cool and refreshing No Bake Coconut Cheesecake is a perfect hot weather dessert! From A Seasoned Greeting
- These Coconut Chocolate Dipped Cookies look like they came straight from a bakery. Bake these and impress your friends and family! From A Seasoned Greeting
- Coconut lovers rejoice with the Coconut Macadamia Nut Bars! A base of shortbread topped with coconut and nut filling, another treat that looks like to jumped right out of a bakery. From That Skinny Chick Can Bake
- Now this Coconut Fudge is a beauty! And it gets better, you only need 4 ingredients to whip these up! From JCP Eats
- Coconut Bounty Balls are little coconut truffles with a raspberry filling and dipped in chocolate. I think I’d need at least 5 of these! From The Stingy Vegan
- If you’re in the mood for cookies try these Chewy Toasted Coconut Cookies! These cookies don’t need anytime to chill and are loaded with coconut flavors. From My Sequined Life
- Really load up dessert with coconut with Coconut Cream Pie Cupcakes. There’s coconut in the cake, frosting AND a custard filling! From Nina Kneads to Bake
- For a no bake chilled dessert try Coconut Sorbet. To make this extra delicious add a little lime zest and some crushed toasted coconut. From Addicted to Dates
- A bundt cake is always a beautiful addition to a dessert table. Try this Banana Coconut Bundt Cake and impress your guests. There’s shredded coconut in the cake and coconut oil in the icing. From Christina’s Cucina
- When you hear “mousse” you probably think chocolate. But try this Coconut Milk Mousse! It’s gelatin free and egg free. From Flavours Treat
- Here’s an interesting one…Vegan Caramel Sauce! This gets made with coconut milk and is super silky. From Thank You Berry Much
MAIN DISH RECIPES
Coconut milk is a great way to get a thick and creamy sauce that’s dairy free! Here you’ll find chicken, fish, and pasta dishes.
- Curry Seasoned Meatballs are made with coconut milk in the sauce for a dairy free pasta dinner. From A Seasoned Greeting
- Make Brazilian Coconut Chicken for a hearty and inspired dinner. Tender pieces of chicken baked in a sauce of coconut milk, spices, tomatoes, and lemon juice. This will be a new dish in your dinner menu rotation! From Divalicious Recipes
- Thai Coconut Chicken Soup would warm you up on a chilly or rainy day. Ready to eat in about 30 minutes this is loaded with aromatics and herbs. From An Edible Mosaic
- Coconut Fish Curry is a South Indian style dish. Start by making a flavorful curry paste, add coconut milk and your favorite white fish. From A Tasty Kitchen
- It’s always a good night for pasta. This Coconut Milk Pasta dish is also loaded with bell peppers and sausage. From This Bago Girl
- Let’s step out of the kitchen and outside to the grill. Make Grilled Coconut Shrimp and dip these in a honey garlic sauce. From Out Grilling
- Get restaurant worth Coconut Shrimp right from your kitchen. You can fry these, bake these, or even use an air fryer! Dip in a sauce of your choice, like a sweet chili sauce. From Noshing with the Nolands
SIDE DISH RECIPES
Simple sides that are the perfect accompaniment to your main dish.
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- Coconut Chutney can be made with fresh coconut and is perfect for dipping dosas or ildis! From Belly Rules the Mind
- Toasted Coconut Lime Rice would be a delicious side dish to fish, chicken, burgers and more! From Craving California
- Make a hearty coconut soup with Mushroom Soup with Coconut Milk. This creamy soup whips up in about 20 minutes and is vegan and dairy free! From The Herbeevore
- Another rice dish to try is this Thai Coconut Rice. Coconut milk, sugar, and lime make this a tasty and versatile side dish. From Blackberry Babe
BREAKFAST RECIPES
Wake up to coconut! Here are a few recipes for breads and scones.
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- Take banana bread and turn it up a notch with Coconut Banana Bread. This recipe uses coconut oil and shredded coconut and is vegan! From Go Healthy With Bea
- Coconut Mango Scones look like they came right from a bakery. These are made with diced mango, shredded coconut, and coconut milk. From Caroline’s CookingC
- Coconut Matcha Muffins are a strikingly green breakfast muffin. These get made with coconut oil, sweetened coconut, and matcha powder. From Dizzy, Busy, and Hungry
- Pack some protein into breakfast with some Coconut Overnight Oats. From Basics with Bails
DRINK RECIPES
Lastly get some coconut in your sips! Here you’ll find shakes, smoothies, and cocktails.
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- Say “Cheers!” with a Frozen Coconut Margarita! This is perfect for Summer parties and a new way to enjoy a coconut cocktail that’s not a Pina Colada. From Food, Fun, and Faraway Places
- Treat yourself to a Coconut Milkshake! 4 ingredients and about 10 minutes and you’re sipping on this sweet treat. From The Cinnamon Jar
- Shifting gears from milkshake to smoothie with a Coconut Pineapple Smoothie. This would be a refreshing breakfast or snack that’s loaded with coconut milk. From No Heat Needed
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