Leftover coconut milk recipes

Coconut milk lends its creamy richness and subtle sweetness to a vast array dishes. From savory curries to decadent desserts, coconut milk can transform any dish into a creamy, delicious delight. Here's 45+ recipes that use coconut milk that you should definitely try!

I’ve been cooking with coconut milk a lot lately, and I seem to have a knack for picking recipes that never quite use the entire can. It feels wasteful to to get rid of the leftovers, so whether it’s just a few tablespoons or a cup, I always save what’s left. To prevent your leftover coconut milk from getting lost and forgotten in the back of the fridge, here are five great ways to use up that open can.

To infuse the rice with more lime flavor, zest the lime and add it to the rice either before or after the rice is fully cooked.

Don’t let leftover canned coconut milk go to waste! Use it up in a variety of recipes from grab-and-go chia cups, coconut shrimp, or coconut cupcakes.

Coconut Milk Recipes give you amazing versatility, whether it's your favorite curry, coconut shrimp, a piña colada, or a drool-worthy cake.

Overnight Oats with Coconut Milk are creamy, indulgent, and give off strong Coconut Cream Pie Overnight Oats vibes. These Coconut Overnight Oats are easily gluten- and dairy-free, and are a low-maintenance recipe requiring less than 10 minutes of hands on prep time.

A healthy one pan chicken curry made with creamy pumkin puree!

Have leftover coconut milk from a recipe? Use it to make a three indgredient no-churn smooth and creamy coconut ice cream.

Learn how to make the most delicious coconut milk overnight oats! This easy, make-ahead breakfast can be made in under five minutes.

This coconut panna cotta is made with coconut milk and cream, gelatin, and sweetened with maple syrup making it a lovely dessert for many different diets.