Did you see the Andes mint recipe I posted using coconut butter (aka coconut cream concentrate)? Have you ever tried coconut butter? If you haven't (or just need a new jar), I wanted you guys to have a chance to try it out and Tropical Traditions offered to give a jar to one of you! So what is this coconut cream concentrate I speak of?
Coconut cream concentrate is also known as coconut butter or coconut manna. If you see those terms, it's all the same. According to Tropical Traditions' website, coconut cream concentrate:
"has NO water, and is pure coconut. Unlike the commercial varieties, it also contains ALL the fiber of the coconut. Pure, dried coconut contains more fiber per gram than even oat bran! This fiber has been stripped out of commercial coconut milks and coconut creams. . . Coconut Cream Concentrate, however, contains NO additives and NO preservatives at all: it is 100% natural coconut made from certified organic Philippine coconuts grown without pesticides or fertilizers."
Did you know you can make coconut milk from your coconut cream concentrate? To be honest, I read this before and I've never tried it. I don't know why, but I'm going to do it now! One quart of coconut cream concentrate will make 192 servings of coconut milk! (It will be grainy this way, but perfect for smoothies. To make coconut milk from dried coconut, watch this video from Tropical Traditions.)
One lucky winner (in the USA or Canada) will receive one jar (32oz) of Tropical Traditions Coconut Cream Concentrate!
I really love Tropical Traditions and believe in their products. They are very reasonably priced and offer free shipping often. (I'm not trying to sound like a sales pitch here. I only promote companies I actually use myself.) I typically purchase: dried coconut (shredded/flakes), coconut flour, expeller-pressed coconut oil (for when I don't want the flavor), organic cotton balls, and occasionally the fair-trade coffee and a few others. I absolutely love their raw honey (though I can only buy it when it's on sale).
Tropical Traditions is also the best place to get Virgin Coconut Oil. Learn more about their Virgin Coconut Oil here. Plus, check out this great list for all the uses for coconut oil. They also have soy-free eggs and grassfed/pastured meat if you are looking for a source.
If you follow my blog, you know I like to make treats with coconut butter. It is so good you can eat it off the spoon. Seriously, many people do. While I like the taste plain, I'm not a fan of the dry peanut-butter-like feeling in my mouth. Nothing personal, coconut butter. I'm just weird. So, I experiment with coconut cream concentrate and make delicious coconut-filled treats. I have so many more ideas in my head wanting to break free, but here are the ones I've posted so far:
Recipes using Coconut Cream Concentrate
One lucky winner (in the USA or Canada) will receive one jar (32oz) of Tropical Traditions Coconut Cream Concentrate!
I really love Tropical Traditions and believe in their products. They are very reasonably priced and offer free shipping often. (I'm not trying to sound like a sales pitch here. I only promote companies I actually use myself.) I typically purchase: dried coconut (shredded/flakes), coconut flour, expeller-pressed coconut oil (for when I don't want the flavor), organic cotton balls, and occasionally the fair-trade coffee and a few others. I absolutely love their raw honey (though I can only buy it when it's on sale).
Tropical Traditions is also the best place to get Virgin Coconut Oil. Learn more about their Virgin Coconut Oil here. Plus, check out this great list for all the uses for coconut oil. They also have soy-free eggs and grassfed/pastured meat if you are looking for a source.
If you follow my blog, you know I like to make treats with coconut butter. It is so good you can eat it off the spoon. Seriously, many people do. While I like the taste plain, I'm not a fan of the dry peanut-butter-like feeling in my mouth. Nothing personal, coconut butter. I'm just weird. So, I experiment with coconut cream concentrate and make delicious coconut-filled treats. I have so many more ideas in my head wanting to break free, but here are the ones I've posted so far:
Recipes using Coconut Cream Concentrate
- Dark Chocolate Andes Mints or Mini Cups (gluten/dairy/nut/egg-free)
- Coconut Lemon Tarts plus berry versions (gluten/dairy/nut/egg-free, AIP)
- Coconut Banana Cream Bites (gluten/dairy/nut/egg-free, AIP)
- Double Layer Peppermint Bark (gluten/dairy/nut/egg-free)
- Five Minute Freezer Fudge (gluten/dairy/egg-free, nut free option) Replace coconut oil with coconut butter.
Watch this video for how to prepare your coconut cream concentrate (when you get a new jar).
Update: Tropical Traditions has Free Shipping this weekend, so for you regulars or someone that wants to try them out, this is the best time!
[Ended] Enter the Giveaway:
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Good luck! Don't forget to check out my recipes using coconut butter!
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Disclaimer: Tropical Traditions provided me with a free sample of this product to review, and I was under no obligation to review it if I so chose. Nor was I under any obligation to write a positive review or sponsor a product giveaway in return for the free product.
Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If you order by clicking on any of my links and have never ordered from Tropical Traditions in the past, you will receive a free book on Virgin Coconut Oil, and I will receive a discount coupon for referring you.
Hi! Not sure yet. There are a couple of recipes I want to try.
ReplyDeleteI imagine it would probably taste great on top of pancakes or waffles
ReplyDeleteon bread
ReplyDeleteI love having coconut butter with fruit (banana slices, strawberries, or apple slices).
ReplyDeleteI have bought the coconut creme before. I need a new jar...
ReplyDeleteI have used the coconut creme mainly for smoothies.
I would use it on homemade gluten free banana bread. Thanks for the chance.
ReplyDeleteCoconut butter is perfect for all baking and cooking! I have been using coconut oil for everything from cooking, adding to my coffee to oil pulling and I cant wait to try the coconut butter. I have so many new smoothie recipes that call for it.
ReplyDeleteI'll mix some in my almond butter!
ReplyDeleteHello, I am not sure yet how I would use it as it will be a new product to me.
ReplyDeleteI'd love to make a cake with it, and then with coconut frosting, and a lemon filling. No recipe yet, but I've been eyeing this at the store, wanting it!!
ReplyDeleteAt the moment I have no idea - I would probably look for ideas online
ReplyDeleteI'd like to try in a cake recipe
ReplyDeleteI use coconut products in recipes for Indian food.
ReplyDeleteI'd cook with it!
ReplyDeleteI just saw a recipe for a flourless chocolate cake using coconut butter...I would for sure use it to make that!
ReplyDeleteI would make a cake or cookies.
ReplyDeleteI use coconut oil for everything. stir fry, banana bread, cookies, ect.
ReplyDeleteI would make the recipes you posted, especially since they are gluten and dairy free! My dad has recently found out that he is developing a whole host of allergies and has to severely change his diet. I would love to make him a treat that he can actually eat!
ReplyDeleteAlthough I've not tried Coconut Cream Concentrate before, I have seen some recipes which I would like to try for making organic, low-carb goodies, including candies.
ReplyDeleteI would try some new recipes, love to try coconut cream! thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteI would use it in place of other oil on my vegetables and also just to have a bit to taste by itself.
ReplyDeleteI love coconut oil for baking and for marinating sauces.The possibilies are endless as I have been researching on it's healthy DIY recipes.I would love to win some.
ReplyDeleteI would use it any way I could find on Pinterest!
ReplyDeleteI would use it to bake muffins
ReplyDeleteI would make the mini coconut tarts! They look delicious. Thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteI have a lot of ideas! Mix in cake mixes and different butters.
ReplyDeleteOh yes! Cinnamon Eats has a pancake topped with coconut butter that looks really good: http://cinnamoneats.com/2013/07/29/paleo-carrot-pancakes/
ReplyDeleteGood luck!
Hey, hey, we don't eat bread around here! Kidding! :) Mmmm, on (gluten-free for me) banana bread sounds good!
ReplyDeleteGood luck in the giveaway!
I haven't tried that, Amy...dooing it! Thanks and good luck!
ReplyDeleteGood luck! I usually add coconut oil or milk in my smoothies...might have to go for the coconut butter next time. Thanks and good luck!
ReplyDeleteYes! I might have to make Civilized Caveman's banana bread just to try it with coconut butter. Good luck!
ReplyDeleteI love the stuff! Good luck to you!
ReplyDeleteYum! Good luck in the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteMany people eat it off the spoon! Check out my recipes I linked to in the post...very simple coconut tarts and banana coconut cream bites. Or if you like chocolate, my "Andes" mints or peppermint bark. Good luck to you!
ReplyDeleteWow, you have it all planned out. :) Sounds delicious! It makes a great frosting! If you like lemon, be sure to check out my lemon tarts with coconut butter (linked in the post). Good luck!
ReplyDeleteI have a few recipes linked in the post if you're interested. The tarts and banana bites are quick and easy to make and nice to keep in the freezer. There are lots of things you can make with it! Good luck in the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteSounds good! Good luck in the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteYum...I love Indian food! Good luck!
ReplyDeleteIf you like desserts, check out the recipes I linked to in the post. :) Good luck to you!
ReplyDeleteYum, sounds delish! Good luck!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the giveaway, I think I would try it in my baking!
ReplyDeleteWe use only coconut oil now so butter....wow lots of ideas
ReplyDeleteThe fudge looks interesting....but I've seen a few other recipes using it that I'd like to try.
ReplyDeleteHi :) I am not sure how I would use it. I have not tried it before, but I am sure it will be fabulous in many, many ways!!
ReplyDeleteYum! This one from The Coconut Mama looks good (if you like chocolate)! http://thecoconutmama.com/2014/03/flourless-chocolate-coconut-butter-cake/
ReplyDeleteGood luck, Helga!
Good luck in the giveaway, Jennifer!
ReplyDeleteSorry about your dad, Alona. That is tough, but there are definitely some treats he can (and should) enjoy! I can't eat gluten or dairy (most dairy) either, so everything I make, including treats, is free from both. My tarts and banana bites are also nut and egg- free. If you try them out, I hope your father enjoys them. Good luck in the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteThanks Lynda! You will love coconut butter! I'm not a fan of eating it plain, but there are so many things you can make with it. :) I hope you'll try out the banana cream bites and enjoy them. Good luck in the giveaway.
ReplyDeleteGood luck, Cynthia! If you missed them, I linked to a few recipes that I make using coconut cream concentrate. The lemon tarts would be a nice low-carb treat. Leave out the date crust and add a little more coconut oil to the filling and you have firmer lemon-tart candies. :)
ReplyDeleteYou're welcome, Deb! Good luck to you and be sure to explore the recipes I linked to (in the post) and see if any of those sound good to you. :)
ReplyDeleteSounds delicious, Cheryl! Good luck in the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteGood luck to you, Wanda! So many possibilities. :)
ReplyDeleteI'd use it for baking. I really like coconut oil in cakes, cupcakes, and cookies
ReplyDeleteI'd use it in some of my baking.
ReplyDeleteI'd use it for cooking main dishes and desserts!
ReplyDeleteI would make this chocolate recipe
ReplyDeletehttp://www.satisfyingeats.com/chocolate/60-second-chocolate-shot-chocolate-frosting/
I would cook with it! Thanks for sharing all the new recipes!
ReplyDeleteI'd love to make frosting with it!
ReplyDeleteI would use it in baking brownies and pies.
ReplyDeleteI would be using this for smoothies, or as a topping on berries when I want a rich dessert!
ReplyDeleteI was use the coconut cream concentrate in smoothies.
ReplyDeleteI would be using this creamy goodness for a variety of things , anything I bake :)
ReplyDeleteI would use it to make the chocolate mints.
ReplyDeletefor cookies
ReplyDeletehi :) I would make those no bake coconut cream bites
ReplyDeleteI use this for baking all the time!
ReplyDeleteThe coconut lemon tarts sound wonderful! So do the dark chocolate mints!
ReplyDeleteAnd you will find LOTS, I'm sure! Good luck, Jennifer!
ReplyDeleteI've never tried that -- sounds good! Good luck to you!
ReplyDeleteThanks Jeff -- I hope you like them! You're welcome and good luck in the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteAwesome, Debbie! Good luck in the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteGood luck to you, Emily!
ReplyDeleteThere are so many things you can make with it! Check out my recipes in the post for a few dessert options. :) Good luck in the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteThanks Tracy, good luck in the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteOh yes, it's fabulous, Kelly! You will love it. Good luck!
ReplyDeleteGood luck, Brenda!
ReplyDeleteGood luck, Kristen!
ReplyDeleteI have yet to try it in savory dishes, but that's next on my list! Good luck to you, Lynn!
ReplyDeleteThat looks so good! Good luck, Beth!
ReplyDeleteYou are welcome, Amanda! Good luck in the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteCheck out the frosting link Beth posted a few comments below you! Good luck in the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteSounds good, Derrick! Good luck!
ReplyDeleteYum! Good luck in the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteIt's great in smoothies. Good luck!
ReplyDeleteI would use it when I start doing the whole 30 challenge
ReplyDeleteI can only imagine how wonderful coconut cream concentrate is. Hope I win!
ReplyDeleteI'd use it for baking and smoothies, for sure, and maybe for soups and curries.
ReplyDeleteGood luck, Ashley!
ReplyDeleteI hope you like them! Good luck in the giveaway, Sue!
ReplyDeleteCookies are always good. :) Good luck!
ReplyDeleteYay, I love those! I hope you do as well. :) Good luck, Katy!
ReplyDeleteAwesome! Good luck to you!
ReplyDeleteI'd use it in curries
ReplyDeleteso many different ways to use it! I would spread it around.
ReplyDeleteI would use it in eveything, of course! ;)
ReplyDeleteI have been dying to try this stuff and have heard so many good things about it!
ReplyDeletecoconut cream/manna: on a spoon! yum.
ReplyDeleteThanks, I hope you like the mints! Good luck in the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteThanks Mary! I hope you try them out and enjoy them. :) Good luck to you!
ReplyDeleteGood luck -- in the giveaway and with the Whole30! The Whole30 helped me get to where I am now. :)
ReplyDeleteIt's so good, Jackie! Good luck to you!
ReplyDeleteYum! Good luck in the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteI love curries! Good luck!
ReplyDeleteSo many ways! Good luck to you, Tracey!
ReplyDeleteNo other way! :) Good luck, Kara!
ReplyDeleteIt's so good, Elle! And very easy to make yourself as well (check my Andes mint post for a link). I hope you get to try it out. Good luck!
ReplyDeleteYes! Good luck to you, Suzanne!
ReplyDeleteI'd use it to make curry!
ReplyDeleteI haven't tried coconut butter, but I am a big fan of Tropical Traditions.
ReplyDeleteCoconut butter is soooooooooooo good. :)
ReplyDeletePlease let me win...please let me win:)
ReplyDeleteI actually think we would eat it off the spoon first! My entire family, including our dog love Coconut Oil, and the Coconut Cream sounds delicious. I'm sure I could come up with several yummy recipes, and I really want to try your Andes Mints recipe because my husband would love it! Thanks so much!
ReplyDeleteI would make some desserts!
ReplyDeleteFirst off I would use it for curry and then try to Andes mints.
ReplyDeleteYum! Good luck to you!
ReplyDeleteI love Tropical Traditions and their coconut butter is amazing! Good luck, Amanda!
ReplyDeleteYesssss it is! Good luck in the giveaway, Casey!
ReplyDeleteNo coconut butter for you! ;)
ReplyDeleteKidding :) Good luck to you, Mae!
Spoon is always good. :) You can find lots of recipes using it though. I hope you'll try the mints and enjoy them. You are welcome and good luck in the giveaway, Tracy!
ReplyDeleteP.S. I feed coconut oil to the dog too! :)
Check out the dessert recipes I shared in the post to see if you can find something you like. Good luck, Jasmine!
ReplyDeleteI haven't used it in curry, but it's definitely on my list to try. I hope you like the Andes mints! Good luck to you, Kathleen!
ReplyDelete3 Researches SHOW Why Coconut Oil Kills Fat.
ReplyDeleteThis means that you actually kill fat by eating Coconut Fats (including coconut milk, coconut cream and coconut oil).
These 3 researches from big medical magazines are sure to turn the conventional nutrition world upside down!