Heat water. Add coconut flakes and hot (but not boiling) water to your blender and blend for several minutes until smooth.

For extra flavor, you can add vanilla, strawberries, or cocoa powder to the milk.

Allow to cool slightly.

Pour the milk through a colander lined with a thin towel, white t-shirt, or several layers of cheesecloth.

Squeeze out all the remaining milk. My son likes to help me with this step and says he is "milking the cow."

Store in the fridge for up to 3 days. The cream may separate from the milk, just stir before using.