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!
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
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.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
How to Toast Coconut
Serving Size
0.25 cups
Amount per Serving
Calories
79
% Daily Value*
Fat
7.4
g
11
%
Saturated Fat
6.6
g
41
%
Sodium
4
mg
0
%
Potassium
79
mg
2
%
Carbohydrates
3.4
g
1
%
Fiber
2
g
8
%
Sugar
3
g
3
%
Protein
0.8
g
2
%
Iron
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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