Vegan Vanilla Frosting – 3 Ingredients!
This Vegan Vanilla Frosting is the easiest and creamiest frosting! It requires just 3 ingredients and less than 5 minutes. This frosting is a great topping for all of your favorite cakes, cupcakes and cookies!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Homemade frosting is better than store bought frosting. This is not even a question. Here is why:
- This Vegan Vanilla frosting requires only 3 ingredients.
- It is extra smooth, creamy, and great for any number of desserts.
- This frosting can be mixed and matched a million different ways.
- Add your favorite nuts, chocolate chips, extracts, etc. to switch it up.
- This frosting isn’t loaded with sugars and preservatives like store bought frosting is.
- This Vegan frosting is made without Vegan butter.
Recipe Steps
Step 1
First, scoop out hardened part of canned coconut milk and add to stand mixer. Discard or reuse the liquid part on the bottom of the can.
Step 2
Next, add maple syrup and vanilla extract to stand mixer. Mix on medium high speed for 1 to 2 minutes or until light and fluffy.
Step 3
Pipe or spread frosting onto desired dessert.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is canned coconut milk?
Canned coconut milk is made from the flesh of coconut. In addition, it is not diluted and is very thick and creamy.
Can you drink canned coconut milk?
Yes! Coconut milk is completely safe to consume. In fact, I suggest using the liquid leftover from the can in smoothies and sauces.
What is the difference between coconut milk and canned coconut milk?
Coconut milk in a carton is diluted and much thinner than canned coconut milk.
Can I substitute for the maple syrup?
Yes! Any thick liquid sweetener works here. For a non Vegan option, honey works well.
How do I make this Vegan vanilla frosting more sweet?
Add slightly more liquid sweetener. This frosting isn’t overly sweet. I suggest making it, tasting it, and then adding more sweetener to suit your taste.
Does this frosting taste like coconut?
Surprisingly no. This frosting tastes just like classic vanilla frosting.
This Vegan Vanilla frosting pairs perfectly with Gluten Free Banana Cake!
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Ingredients
- 1 can coconut milk, chilled
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- First, use a can of coconut milk that is completely chilled.
- Open can of coconut milk. Using a spoon, scoop out the hardened part on top. Discard or reuse liquid on bottom of can.
- Next, add hardened milk, maple syrup and vanilla extract to a stand mixer. Whip on medium/high for 1 to 2 minutes or until light and fluffy.
- Finally, add to piping bag and frost cake, cupcakes or cookies!
Notes
- It is VERY important to use chilled coconut milk.
- Use only the hardened part of the coconut milk. This is the top hardened part of milk in the can. Discard or reuse the remaining liquid that is in the bottom of the can. (See photos above)
- Whip until frosting is light and fluffy.
- This recipe makes enough to frost 8 to 10 cupcakes or cookies, or one small cake.
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16 Comments on “Vegan Vanilla Frosting – 3 Ingredients!”
Unfortunately, I am allergic to dairy, coconut, soy, almond, and oat is questionable.
Could this recipe work with smart balance in place of the thickened coconut milk?
Hi Lisa! I haven’t tried that yet, so I can’t say for sure. I would be a little nervous about the texture. Please let me know if try!
Hi,
How long can the frosting hold up in fridge? Also wondering how long it will hold up without refrigeration – hoping to serve to an afternoon class but will have to prepare in the morning before leaving home.
Hi Bren! This will last a few days in the fridge. I like to store it in a Tupperware. It will become more liquid if left out all day. If possible, store it in a fridge until serving. Hope this helps!
Can this be made with coconut cream instead of the coconut milk? If so, does it have to be refrigerated too?
Hi Eva! Yes, you can use coconut cream. If you’re only scooping out the solid part on the top of the can, no need to refrigerate before making. If you’re going to shake up the can and use all of it, you may want to chill beforehand.
Unfortunately this didn’t work for me. It looked like it was getting fluffy, but after adding the maple syrup, I ended up with a liquid on the bottom and globules of coconut cream all clumped together.
Hi Marina! I am sorry to hear that. I’d try to mix it together as best you can then place the whole mixture in the fridge to firm up. Hope this helps!
Would this last a week in a container in the fridge?
I’d like to use this on carrot cake muffins but use a little bit every day.
Hi Danielle! It might become a little bit runny if kept for that long. The taste should hold up though! Hope this helps.
Chilled coconut milk? Doea it mean that does it need to be on the top freezer or refrigerator. I’m little confused.
Hi Emily! I place my can of coconut milk in the fridge for at least 8 hours, up to overnight. It’s important that the coconut milk is thick and creamy.
This was so good! I have a friend who is allergic to dairy, so this was perfect for my chocolate cake!
I love this vegan frosting recipe! so easy, such simple ingredients! Its just perfect!
Ahhh I’m so gonna try this. All these combos make perfect frosting and the texture looks beautiful!
Thank you so much for this! Vanilla is my favorite and this is going to take my baking to another level. So simple and with just 3 ingredients!