Description
These sweet coconut cream pancakes are soft, fluffy, and layered with creamy coconut filling. Topped with toasted coconut and whipped cream, they’re perfect for brunch, special occasions, or whenever you’re craving something indulgent yet cozy
Ingredients
For the pancakes:
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 cup milk (whole milk preferred)
1 large egg
2 tablespoons melted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the coconut cream filling:
1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
2 tablespoons cornstarch
¼ cup granulated sugar
½ cup shredded coconut (toasted optional)
1 cup whipped cream
For topping:
Extra whipped cream
Toasted shredded coconut
Instructions
Make the pancakes:
Whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
In another bowl, whisk milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla.
Combine wet and dry ingredients, stirring just until mixed.
Cook ¼ cup of batter at a time on a greased skillet over medium heat until bubbles form, flip, and cook until golden.
Prepare the coconut cream filling:
In a saucepan, whisk coconut milk, cornstarch, and sugar over medium heat.
Stir constantly until thickened (about 5–7 minutes).
Let cool slightly, then fold in whipped cream and shredded coconut.
Assemble:
Spread coconut cream between pancake layers.
Top with whipped cream and toasted coconut.
Serve immediately.
Notes
For a lighter option, use light coconut milk and reduce sugar.
Gluten-free flour blends can replace all-purpose flour.
Pancakes freeze well—make ahead and reheat before layering with cream.
Add tropical fruit like pineapple or mango for extra freshness.
Drizzle with chocolate or caramel for a dessert-worthy twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pancakes
- Calories: 370kcl
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: coconut cream pancakes, tropical breakfast, brunch recipes