Sugar-Free Coconut Pudding (Low Carb, Dairy-Free, Keto-Friendly)

This sugar-free coconut pudding is creamy, dairy-free, and incredibly easy to make with just a few simple ingredients. It’s naturally low carb, lightly sweetened, and can be made plain or spiced depending on what you're craving.

It also has a unique twist — once chilled, it’s blended into a light, whipped texture that makes it feel extra indulgent.

This Sugar-Free Coconut Pudding is so delicious and tastes almost like a bowl of whipped cream! Even better, it works for so many special diets including GAPS, Paleo, and the anti-candida diet and it's allergen-free too.

It's a great healthy creamy dessert that feels like an indulgence, similar to this Coconut Chia Pudding and this Chocolate Avocado Mousse.

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Why is there Gelatin in this Paleo Coconut Pudding?

Gelatin is useful in so many recipes like Sugar-free Jello, Sugar-free Marshmallows, and even in baked goods as a gelatin egg. In this recipe, however, coconut milk “jello” transforms from a solid into a light and fluffy pudding.

Although it is difficult to believe until you try it, the trick is whipping the mixture in a food processor or blender.

I offer some servings suggestions for this pudding below, but it's so good, you'll likely love eating it plain just like I do.

How to Make This Coconut Pudding with Gelatin

Following are the simple directions for making this healthy coconut pudding. For the full instructions and measurements, scroll to the recipe card below.

• In a small bowl, stir together the coconut milk and gelatin. This is called blooming and ensures the gelatin dissolves without clumps.

• Heat the remaining coconut milk in a small saucepan to a simmer. Whisk in the softened gelatin mixture until dissolved.
• Place in the fridge until set.
• Scoop it into a food processor or blender.
• Add the sweetener of your choice. Blend until creamy.

• Taste and adjust sweetener, if needed. Serve with toppings, if desired.

What Kind of Gelatin Should You Buy?

I recommend buying gelatin from reputable companies that source from grass-fed animals only.

Some of the brands that I like are:

• Great Lakes
• Perfect Supplements (code WNM gets 10%). I love that they have test results right on their site.

Ways to Serve and Use Coconut Pudding

This is such a versatile recipe. Here are all the ways you can serve and use this keto coconut pudding.

As a Dessert

• eat as pudding
• serve in cups with berries, chocolate, etc.

As a Topping or Filling

• use as whipped topping on ice cream, Buckwheat Crepes, or Coconut Chia Pudding
• pipe like frosting
• layer in this Coconut Yogurt Parfait
• use as a layer in a Healthy Crepe Cake

Flavor & Topping Ideas

Top this pudding with:

• Sugar-free Blueberry Syrup
• Toasted Coconut Chips
• Homemade Chocolate Chips
• or fresh fruit

Or eat it just by itself, either in a dessert cup or dropped into one's mouth by the spoonful. You could even drop it into a frosting piping bag and squirt it into your mouth if you are really hankering for the experience of the “squirt whipped cream into your mouth” thing.

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Flavor Variations and Add-Ins for Coconut Pudding

• Spiced: Add 1/4 teaspoon ginger, 1/8 teaspoon cardamom, and 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
• Chocolate: Add about 1 tablespoon cocoa powder for a chocolatey coconut version
• Extracts: Add a few drops of coconut extract, vanilla, or other flavored extracts to taste.
• Fruit: Blend in freeze-dried fruit powder for naturally flavored variations.

Recipe Notes

• Canned Coconut Milk Alternative: If you prefer, you can use Homemade Coconut Milk, but results may vary depending on thickness. For best texture, use full-fat canned coconut milk.
• Vegan Option: Use organic agar agar powder in place of gelatin for a vegan version. Texture and setting time may vary.
• Sweetener Options: This pudding is only lightly sweetened. Use your preferred sweetener and adjust to taste. For a low-carb or keto-friendly version, try 1–2 tablespoons powdered erythritol, monk fruit blend, or allulose, or a very small amount of stevia (about 1/64 teaspoon or a few drops of liquid stevia).
• Blending Tips: Avoid over-blending in a high-speed blender, as the mixture can become too smooth and may need to set again. Use a regular blender or blend gently.

Note: This recipe was strongly based off of a recipe developed by Lauren at Empowered Sustenance.