Coconut Dream Dessert

Indulge in the tropical bliss of Coconut Dream Dessert, a no-bake layered confection that’s as heavenly as its name suggests. This crowd-pleasing treat starts with a buttery graham cracker crust baked to perfection, then topped with a velvety cream cheese filling sweetened with powdered sugar and fragrant vanilla. The star of the show is the luscious coconut cream layer, whipped to airy perfection with heavy cream for a light yet indulgent texture. Finished with a generous sprinkling of sweetened shredded coconut and a hint of toasted coconut for crunch, this dessert is a tropical paradise in every bite. With just 25 minutes of prep time and a simple chill-to-set process, it’s the perfect make-ahead dessert for gatherings or any occasion. Ideal keywords: “coconut dream dessert recipe,” “layered coconut dessert,” “no-bake dessert with coconut cream.”

Nutriscore Rating: 39/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 8 ounces cream cheese
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup coconut cream
• 2 cups heavy whipping cream
• 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
• 0.5 cups toasted shredded coconut

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix until evenly combined.

Step 3

Press the crumb mixture into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish to form an even crust.

Step 4

Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then remove and let it cool completely.

Step 5

In a separate mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.

Step 6

Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled graham cracker crust.

Step 7

In a medium bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form.

Step 8

Fold the coconut cream into the whipped cream gently until fully incorporated.

Step 9

Spread the coconut cream mixture evenly over the cream cheese layer.

Step 10

Sprinkle the sweetened shredded coconut evenly over the top of the dessert.

Step 11

For extra flavor and texture, sprinkle toasted shredded coconut on top as a garnish.

Step 12

Chill the dessert in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight to set.

Step 13

Slice into squares and serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1536.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6055.0

Total Fat 409.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 266.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.7g
Cholesterol 833.1mg	0%
Sodium 2622.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 535.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.5g	0%
Total Sugars 367.8g
Protein 39.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 383.4mg	0%
Iron 11.1mg	0%
Potassium 1245.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.5%

Protein: 2.7%

Carbs: 35.8%