Nuts, coconut cream, canned, sweetened
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Canned sweetened coconut cream is a thick, luscious product made from the pressed meat of mature coconuts, sweetened and preserved. It has a rich, velvety texture and a sweet, distinctly tropical coconut flavor. Nutritionally, it's a high-energy, high-carbohydrate food, with over 50g of sugar per 100g.
Calorie split: 1% protein · 58% carbs · 40% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for its intense, sweet coconut flavor and its ability to instantly transform desserts, drinks, and sauces into something decadent. It's a staple in many tropical cuisines, evoking a sense of comfort and indulgence.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
Its very high sugar content (over 50g per 100g) can cause rapid blood-sugar spikes, making it unsuitable for those managing diabetes or watching sugar intake. To counteract this, use it sparingly as an accent rather than a base, and always pair it with protein or fiber-rich foods (like nuts or oats) to slow sugar absorption.
Key benefits
- Provides quick energy from carbohydrates
- Source of medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) from coconut fat
- Adds rich, creamy texture to desserts without dairy
- Shelf-stable and convenient for cooking and baking
- Contains some manganese, a mineral for bone health
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The 'cream' in canned coconut cream refers to the thick, fatty layer that naturally rises to the top of coconut milk when it's left to settle; the canned product is this concentrated layer.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 29.0 g |
| Energy | 357 kcal |
| Energy | 1494 kj |
| Protein | 1.2 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 16.3 g |
| Ash | 0.34 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 53.2 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.20 g |
| Total Sugars | 51.5 g |
| Sucrose | 51.5 g |
| Glucose | 0.00 g |
| Fructose | 0.00 g |
| Lactose | 0.00 g |
| Maltose | 0.00 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 4.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.13 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 17.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 22.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 101 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 36.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.60 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.24 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.81 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 5.5 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.02 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.04 mg |
| Niacin | 0.04 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.16 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.03 mg |
| Folate, total | 14.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 14.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 14.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 6.6 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0.00 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 0.00 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.13 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.10 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 15.5 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.08 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 1.4 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 1.1 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 8.4 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 3.0 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 1.1 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.29 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.68 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.68 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 24:1 c | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.16 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.16 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
| Tryptophan | 0.01 g |
| Threonine | 0.04 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.05 g |
| Leucine | 0.09 g |
| Lysine | 0.05 g |
| Methionine | 0.02 g |
| Cystine | 0.02 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.06 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.04 g |
| Valine | 0.07 g |
| Arginine | 0.19 g |
| Histidine | 0.03 g |
| Alanine | 0.06 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.12 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.27 g |
| Glycine | 0.06 g |
| Proline | 0.05 g |
| Serine | 0.06 g |
FAQ
What's the difference between coconut cream and coconut milk?
Coconut cream is much thicker and richer, made with a higher ratio of coconut meat to water. Coconut milk is thinner and more diluted, similar to a light cream. Sweetened coconut cream has added sugar, unlike most plain versions.
Can I use it as a dairy substitute in coffee?
Yes, but it's very sweet and thick. It's best used as a flavoring splash rather than a direct milk replacement. For a less sweet option, look for unsweetened coconut cream.
Is it high in saturated fat?
Yes, it contains a significant amount of saturated fat, primarily from lauric acid, which is a medium-chain fatty acid. While its metabolic effects are debated, it's best consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 3.57 kcal/g · 1% calories from protein · 0.2 g fiber · 51.5 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 0.36 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.