Anyone making crêpes in several batches
If you’re making smaller quantities or have other uses in mind, compare the volume of each unit before choosing a multipack. The Auchan range includes coconut milk in a pack of 2 × 20 cl.
Who are these formats for?
Anyone looking for a particular coconut texture
The difference between milk and cream matters when it comes to the consistency of your batter. Auchan describes its Vietcoco coconut cream as thicker than coconut milk, so check the product description before swapping one for the other.
Anyone choosing based on the label
If ingredients, allergens or nutritional information inform your choice, read the details for the exact product. The ingredients list for the 330 ml Carrefour Bio carton, for example, includes 76% coconut extract and guar gum.
What should you look for first?
Multipack of smaller portions
Worth considering: if you’re making crêpes in several batches or want to keep some units unopened for other uses.
Keep in mind: check the actual packaging. The Auchan range includes coconut milk in 2 × 20 cl cartons, not pots.
Larger single container
Worth considering: if the amount you need for your batter or several recipes close together makes it practical to open just one container.
Keep in mind: if you don’t use the whole contents, follow the storage instructions for that specific product.
Coconut cream
Worth considering: if your recipe calls for a thicker texture or you’re happy to adjust the amount of liquid.
Keep in mind: Auchan describes Vietcoco coconut cream as thicker than coconut milk. Don’t assume you can substitute it without adapting the recipe.
| Factor | What to check | Who it matters to |
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| Portions and leftovers | Number of units, volume of each unit and instructions for use after opening. | If I’m making crêpes in several batches without opening the whole amount, I look for a quantity that suits each batch; around 33% of consumers would prioritise portion size. |
| Texture and coconut flavour | Whether it’s described as milk or cream, the stated proportion of coconut and the fat content on the label. | If I’m after a particular consistency and coconut flavour, I want to choose a product that suits my recipe; nearly 42% of consumers would prioritise texture and flavour. |
| Ingredients and labelling | Ingredients list, allergens and nutritional information for the exact product. | If I have dietary requirements or prefer certain ingredients, I need to read the label rather than rely on the product name alone; around 25% of consumers would make ingredients their main concern. |
Common mix-ups to avoid
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Treating coconut milk, coconut cream and coconut drink as the same ingredient
Auchan describes its Vietcoco coconut cream as thicker than coconut milk. In crêpe batter, swapping one product for another without adjusting the recipe could change the consistency you’re aiming for.
Check which product your recipe calls for and, if you choose a cream, adjust the amount of liquid.
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Choosing a multipack without checking the size of each unit
A multipack makes it easier to use portions separately only if each unit is the right size for what you plan to make.
Compare the number of units, the size of each one and the total volume with the amount you need for your crêpes and other recipes.
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Assuming the same storage instructions apply after opening to every product
Storage instructions depend on the specific product. A larger opened unit takes more planning if you won’t use it all at once.
Read the instructions on the packaging you choose and plan how to use the remainder accordingly.
Any leftovers not used as instructed could end up in the bin.
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Going by the word ‘coconut’ alone
The product description doesn’t tell you everything about the ingredients or nutritional values. The 330 ml Carrefour Bio carton, for example, lists 76% coconut extract in its ingredients.
Check the ingredients, allergens, net quantity and nutritional information for the specific product you’re buying.
Retailers and brands to check
Carrefour / Carrefour Bio
Carrefour Bio offers a 330 ml carton of coconut milk for cooking.
- Its ingredients list states 76% coconut extract, water and guar gum: useful details to compare with the label on another product.
- This information applies to the carton described, not to every coconut product sold by the retailer.
Auchan
The Auchan range includes several coconut products for cooking, including some smaller formats.
- It includes Bjorg coconut milk in 2 × 20 cl and Bjorg coconut cream in 3 × 20 cl. Be sure to check the product description for each pack.
- If you’re shopping in store, check which product is available locally before you make the trip.
E.Leclerc DRIVE
The click-and-collect service can help you organise your crêpe ingredients along with the rest of your shopping.
- E.Leclerc DRIVE asks you to choose a postcode and then a Drive collection point to put together an order suited to that location.
- Check the catalogue for your selected Drive to see which coconut milk products are available.
Coconut milk formats on Joybuy
These products include a pack of six as well as smaller and larger formats to consider depending on how much batter you plan to make. The pack size alone won’t tell you how much is right for your recipe, so also check the product description and label.
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CHAOKOH Coconut Milk 18% — 6 × 250 ml
For making several batches, this pack lets you open the units one at a time. Check that one 250 ml unit is the right amount for your crêpes and read the instructions on the packaging.
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Chaokoh Coconut Milk 18% PK — 150 ml
This smaller format could suit a recipe that only needs a little coconut milk. If you’re looking for several units, check what the offer includes: a 150 ml size alone doesn’t mean it’s a multipack.
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Kara Organic Coconut Milk UHT 17% Fat — 200 ml
The 200 ml size is worth comparing with the amount you need for a smaller batch. If ‘Organic’ is important to you, check the organic labelling on the exact product. Also check how many units are included.
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Valcom Organic Coconut Milk — 400 ml
Worth considering if you’re making a larger batch or planning to use it in several recipes close together. For a smaller batch, check the instructions for use after opening and plan how you’ll use the remaining contents.
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Wind Mill Coconut Milk Can — 165 ml
This small tin could suit a recipe that needs only a little coconut milk. Check how much your recipe calls for; if you want portions for several batches, check how many tins are included in the offer.
Frequently asked questions
Will a multipack always prevent opened leftovers?
No. It depends on how much you use each time and the size of each unit. A pack of small cartons lets you keep the other units sealed, but once you’ve opened a carton, you still need to follow its own storage instructions.
Can you replace coconut milk with coconut cream in the batter?
Yes, as long as you adapt the recipe to suit the texture of the product you’ve chosen rather than assuming it’s a direct swap. Auchan describes its Vietcoco coconut cream as thicker than coconut milk, so check the consistency you’re aiming for and adjust the liquid.
What should you look for on the label of pre-packaged coconut milk?
Start with the product description, ingredients, allergens, net quantity and nutritional information for the exact product. The French Directorate General for Competition Policy, Consumer Affairs and Fraud Control reminds shoppers that this information, along with an applicable date marking, forms part of the labelling required for pre-packaged food in France.
Do the BBD and use-by date mean the same thing?
No. According to information published by the French Ministry of the Economy, the use-by date (DLC) is a strict deadline, while the best-before date (DDM) applies to foods that do not have a use-by date. Also read the storage instructions on the product.
How long can you keep a coconut product after opening?
Follow the time limit and storage instructions on the product you’ve bought: they vary between coconut milks and creams. Before choosing a large container for a small batch of crêpes, check these instructions so you can plan how to use the rest.