What to use if i dont have cocunut extract

Misty Barnes
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lorigoldsby January 1, 2017
Coco Lopez (cream of coconut) has more "coconut " flavor than coconut milk.

I 2nd the coconut rum idea.
 
Nancy January 1, 2017
Depends on what you're making and how much the recipe needs.
If it's a small amount and you want a hit of (almost any) flavor, use another extract or alcohol (brandy, rum, whisky)..
Other possible non-alcoholic substitutes: fruit juice, plain brewed coffee or tea, coconut milk or coconut cream.
If it's something baked, and you want to reinforce the coconut flavor, introduce shredded or dried shaved coconut as a garnish.
 
CHeeb January 1, 2017
Another idea to add to Nancy's good suggestions is Malibu Rum. It is very coconutty in flavor and I would use the same amount as the recipe called for with the coconut extract or flavoring...ch
 
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