There aren't a ton of ways to transport yourself to the tropics without buying a flight, but adding a dash of coconut to your plate sure doesn't hurt! Whether it's served savory in dishes like crispy or sweet in classic coconut cake, you can't go wrong with adding the distinct taste and chewy deliciousness of coconut to a plethora of recipes. Here, you'll find coconut used in a variety of sweet ways, like cookies, , and , too. So go ahead and check out this list of the best coconut desserts—they'll have you going crazy for coconut in no time!

If you think about it, coconut is a very versatile ingredient.

You can use to infuse flavor and create dairy-free recipes. You can to maximize the nuttiness. Thanks to its chewiness, it can also serve as a supportive ingredient, bringing more texture than flavor to a dessert. (Even coconut haters enjoy these kinds of recipes, too!)

Of course, we included the classic coconut dessert recipes like coconut cream pie, so you can truly enjoy the full flavor. And since it pairs so well with so many other ingredients (see, we told you it was versatile!), you'll find plenty of and . So get ready to crack open a can, a bag, or a fresh one if you're daring, because you're about to go crazy for these coconut desserts!