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Vegan Substitute for Heavy Cream

Full-Fat Coconut Cream is the closest vegan substitute for Heavy Cream, at a 1.0:1 ratio by volume.

Amount called for in recipe
Used at the same amount by volume — 1 cup for 1 cup
Good to know: Chilled full-fat coconut cream whips similarly to dairy cream, though a faint coconut flavor carries through into the finished dish.
Heavy Cream (cups)Full-Fat Coconut Cream (grams)

Common questions

What is the best vegan substitute for Heavy Cream?

Full-Fat Coconut Cream is the closest vegan substitute for Heavy Cream, used at a 1.0:1 ratio by volume.

Does substituting Full-Fat Coconut Cream change the result?

Chilled full-fat coconut cream whips similarly to dairy cream, though a faint coconut flavor carries through into the finished dish.