Coconut cream is a type of thick cream made from coconut milk. Coconut cream has a distinct, creamy texture that makes it a great addition to a range of recipes, including soups, smoothies, and desserts. Its also widely used in many types of cuisine and is considered a staple in several Southeast Asian
countries. Because its unsweetened, low in carbs, and dairy-free, its also frequently featured in many vegan and ketogenic recipes.
Color: Coconut Cream has a light white to yellowish color which is free from any discoloration.
Aroma: Coconut milk has a nuttiness and floral aroma but is not sweetened.
Variants:
1. UHT Coconut Cream
2. Frozen Pasteurized Coconut Cream
Fat Content: 24% - 30%
Composition: Coconut milk
Storing Conditions: The product must be kept in a cool, dark place free from heat or humidity. Once opened, the coconut milk should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Shelf life: 12 - 18 months after the date of production under storage conditions in
accordance with the recommended storage.
Benefits of Coconut Cream:
Immediate Energy: Unlike most fats, MCTs can go directly to the liver where they're used for immediate energy or transformed into ketones, which the body uses for fuel when it is burning fat. The benefit to people is rapidly available energy without any
insulin response.
Increased HDL Cholesterol: Diets rich in coconut fats appear to have a positive
benefit on good HDL cholesterol, which is associated with better cardiovascular health. Many people struggle to find ways to raise HDL, coconut oil may be a useful tool for this.
Better Fat Burning: By now we know that all calories are not the same. In the case of MCTs, researchers have found that consuming them actually ramps up metabolism resulting in increased overall calorie burn. One potential mechanism for this result is that MCTs can help jumpstart the body into ketosis where fat is dominantly used for energy.
