Description
Coconut Cream Delight is a delicious and creamy dessert that combines the rich flavors of coconut and cream cheese, all on a buttery graham cracker crust.
Ingredients
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
- 1/2 cup toasted coconut flakes (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×9-inch baking dish to form the crust. Bake for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy. Fold in the whipped topping and shredded coconut until well combined.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled crust in the baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the coconut milk and vanilla extract. Drizzle this mixture over the cream cheese layer, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
- If using, sprinkle the chopped pecans over the top. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for the best results.
- Before serving, sprinkle toasted coconut flakes on top for garnish. Cut into squares and enjoy!
Notes
- For a chocolate twist, add a layer of chocolate pudding on top of the cream cheese layer before adding the coconut milk drizzle.
- Substitute almond extract for vanilla for a different flavor profile, or use unsweetened coconut for a less sweet dessert.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking and Refrigeration
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg