So maybe I just poured a can of (full fat) coconut milk in a dish, froze it, and scraped it at intervals. Maybe that's hardly a recipe. But maybe it's so dang good, I don't even care. Definitely not maybe. Definitely a yes.
I'm vowing to always have this in the freezer all summer long. It couldn't be easier to make: a can of coconut milk, your sweetener of choice, and maybe a squeeze of lime, if you like. Ever since my wine slushies, I've been employing the granita scrape-and-freeze method for all of my frozen treats. Ice cream makers are nice, yes, but maybe you don't have one? You can still have frozen treats with this method. Just be sure to set a timer to ensure you scrape it every 30 minutes, ok? If you miss just one scraping, you'll have a coconut icicle. Delicious, but not what we're going for.
Let's talk toppings. Truth be told: lime and coconut is my favorite flavor combination, so I usually squeeze half a lime on top. When I get half-way through the cup, I squeeze on the other half. I'm a citrus lover if there ever was one. When I want to get fancy, an orange simple syrup (simple syrup boiled with 2-3 strips of orange peel) is just the thing. However, I feel like you may prefer chocolate or caramel. How do I know you so well? It's a gift, I tell ya.
If chocolate is your topping of choice, can I recommend layering the two together? A few spoonfuls of coconut snow, a drizzle of chocolate, and so on. Also, it would be best if you used cold chocolate sauce, not warm.
This is the part where I confess my sins: I used full-fat coconut milk for this recipe. Errr, I used the can from Trader Joe's that says Coconut Cream 'extra thick and rich.' I just couldn't help myself. Ever since Tracy pointed out that their coconut cream makes the best coconut whipped cream, I've been hoarding it. Somebody please tell me coconut counts as one of the 'good fats' we should have in our diet. Anyone?
If you make this recipe, can we work together to decide if we should call it coconut snow, coconut shaved ice, or coconut granita? This is keeping me up at night.
I just realized this is essentially vegan ice cream. Like, just now.
yields: 2 glasses This makes 2 coconut slushies but can be doubled. As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases.Coconut Granita
Ingredients
Instructions
Notes
Recommended Products
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
2
Serving Size:
1
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 551Total Fat: 42gSaturated Fat: 38gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 42mgCarbohydrates: 47gFiber: 1gSugar: 35gProtein: 5g
jamie | my baking addiction says
I am obsessed with this. That is all.
carol says
Yes! Coconut is a very healthy fat that can actually help you lose weight. No kidding. Also for energy! What more can you ask for????
Valerie says
Oh, a lime & coconut lover + a citrus fan! Hi, I'm Valerie; I think we'd get along famously. :D
This is brill!! I just discovered the deity that is sweet milk-infused iced coffee - this coconut snow might become my new obsession. Thank you!!
Christina Lane says
Hi Valerie! It's nice to meet you :) I love your site!
Happy baking,
Christina
Consuelo - Honey & Figs says
YOU ARE A GENIUS OH WOW
Coconut snow sounds like the best thing that ever happened.
Especially when chocolate sauce is involved.
I'm so drooling right now ahhhhhhh.
I hope you're having a great weekend!
Miss @ Miss in the Kitchen says
I must have this immediately!
Stephie @ EYHO says
I'll love you forever, I'll like your for always, as long as you're making coconut snow, my Tina you'll be.
That's totally how the book goes, right?
Stephanie @ Eat. Drink. Love. says
So simple, but I love it so so much!!
April Hester says
This coconut snow is amazing! The lime on top is so refreshing! I made this last night and I'm in tropical heaven. I am going to stock up on coconut milk so this is always an option. Thank you for the share. You are my new bff!
Christina Lane says
It's so nice to meet another addict, April :)
Melissa B says
Think you could use light coconut milk? It's what I have in the pantry at the moment. Also wondering if a pineapple simple syrup would work.
Christina Lane says
That sounds amazing! Go for it! And share with me? ;)
Happy baking!
Christina
Bette Sue Cazimero says
Did you try the light coconut milk? Let me know how it was. Can't find the full cream coconut milk.
Christina Lane says
Hi Bette Sue! I did not. I'm sorry. I think you need the full-fat version. Have you checked in the international aisle of the grocery store? Sometimes they have it. It just doesn't say 'lite' on it. Best of luck! :)
Hannah says
Even though coconut fat is good for you, having full fat, especially a whole can, should be portion controlled!!!!
And try not to have this a lot!!!