I am a HUGE coconut fan! I literally eat it out of the bag, but it is even better when it’s toasted! I absolutely adore the flavour. Not only is it delicious, but it also contains a host of health benefits, including healthy fats, fibre, and essential minerals.
Did you know you can use this toasted coconut to make your own coconut milk, dried coconut milk (aka coconut powder) & coconut flour? Give it a try and I promise, you’ll never buy store bought again!
This recipe is:
![Easily improve the flavour of any dish that calls for coconut by toasting your coconut! It will not only dramatically improve the flavour making it more nutty & sweet, but creates a slightly crispy texture that is to die for! use this toasted coconut to make your own coconut milk, coconut cream, dried coconut milk (aka coconut powder) & coconut flour!](https://turmericmecrazy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/toasted-coconut-2-1000x563.jpg)
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HOW TO TOAST COCONUT - to improve its flavour!
Pre-heat oven to 325°F convection (163°C fan).
Step 1: Spread shredded coconut over a baking dish lined with parchment paper.
Step 2: Bake coconut on middle rack for 2-3 mins until it just starts to brown.
Step 3: Open oven and gently stir the coconut with a spatula to help it toast evenly.
Step 4: Turn oven down to 300°F (150°C) and bake for additional 1-2 mins until browned to your liking.
The longer you bake the coconut, the darker it will become but watch it closely as it browns VERY fast! The darker you toast the coconut, the stronger the flavour profile it creates. So depending on your taste & what you’re using it for, you may want to toast it for less time or more time.
USES FOR TOASTED COCONUT
Toasting coconut brings out its incredible flavour profile. You can use toasted coconut in literally any recipe that calls for coconut.
Here are some of my favourites:
- Homemade Toasted Coconut Milk
- Homemade Toasted Coconut Cream
- Homemade Toasted Coconut Flour
- Homemade Coconut Milk Flakes (aka dried coconut milk powder)
- Eat it by the handful
- In oatmeal, overnight oats, baked oatmeal & toasted oat cereal – recipe coming soon!
- Cookies – my healthy banana coconut cookie recipe coming soon!
- Sprinkled on yogurt, ice cream or any other dessert as a lovely nutty, sweet & crunchy topping
Click here to find out how to make your own fresh coconut milk & cream in 15 mins or less!
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![Easily improve the flavour of any dish that calls for coconut by toasting your coconut! It will not only dramatically improve the flavour making it more nutty & sweet, but creates a slightly crispy texture that is to die for! use this toasted coconut to make your own coconut milk, coconut cream, dried coconut milk (aka coconut powder) & coconut flour!](https://turmericmecrazy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/toasted-coconut-3-1000x563.jpg)
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How to Toast Coconut
Equipment Needed
- 1 Baking pan
INGREDIENTS
- 200 g Unsweetened Shredded Coconut or flaked, gluten free & organic preferred
INSTRUCTIONS
- Pre-heat oven to 325°F convection (163°C fan).
- Spread shredded coconut over a baking dish lined with parchment paper.
- Bake coconut on middle rack for 2-3 mins until it just starts to brown.
- Open oven and gently stir the coconut with a spatula to help it toast evenly.
- Turn oven down to 300°F (150°C) and bake for additional 1-2 mins until browned to your liking.
- Cool completely & store in an airtight container for up to 6 months.
Notes
Nutrition
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