Coconut Ice
Bring a little Christmas nostalgia into your kitchen with this classic Coconut Ice recipe. A quick, no-bake sweet treat that always steals the show at festive gatherings.
Made with just 5 simple ingredients, this soft and creamy pink-and-white slice is perfect for busy mums, last-minute Christmas treats, school fetes, homemade gifts or anytime you need a budget-friendly dessert in a hurry.
This Coconut Ice has that old-school charm we all grew up with, but with a foolproof method that guarantees perfect layers every time. If you love easy Christmas recipes, kid-friendly sweets or delicious no-bake festive desserts, you’re going to adore this one.
Save this recipe for your next sweet-making session. It’s simple, nostalgic and absolutely irresistible!
Coconut Ice
Easy 5-ingredient Coconut Ice made with condensed milk and coconut. A no-bake Christmas treat perfect for gifting, kids, school fetes and festive celebrations.
Ingredients
- 2 cups pure icing sugar
- 3 cups desiccated coconut
- 1 teaspoon vanilla paste
- 395g can sweetened condensed milk
- ¼ teaspoon pink food colouring
Instructions
- Grease and line a loaf pan (24 × 13 × 6.5cm) with baking paper, leaving the sides overhanging for easy removal.
- Sift icing sugar into a large bowl. Add coconut, vanilla and condensed milk. Stir well until fully combined.
- Split the mixture evenly between two bowls.
- Add pink colouring to one bowl and mix until the shade is even.
- Press the white mixture firmly into the base of the tin. Smooth the surface with the back of a spoon.
- Gently press the pink layer on top and smooth the surface.
- Refrigerate for 2-3 hours or until completely set.
- Lift out using the baking paper. Slice into even squares.
Notes
TOP TIPS
- Press firmly: Press each layer tightly to avoid crumbly edges.
- Even colour: Start with 1–2 drops of food colouring and build up for that perfect soft-pink finish.
- Gift idea: Wrap pieces in cellophane or stack in mini boxes for cute Christmas gifts.
- Long shelf life: Stores in the fridge for up to 1 month - perfect for making ahead!
Nutrition Facts
Calories
325Fat
17 gSat. Fat
14 gCarbs
43 gFiber
3 gNet carbs
40 gSugar
39 gProtein
4 gSodium
50 mgCholesterol
11 mgThe nutritional information provided is computer generated and is only an estimate. This data is provided as a courtesy for informational purposes only.
