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How To Toast Coconut

Toasting coconut is super easy to do and making it yourself not only is cheaper then buying pre bought toasted coconut but you get a much better flavor.
Course baking
Cuisine American
Keyword how to toast coconut, toasted coconut
Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings 1
Calories 1497kcal
Author Lauren

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces coconut shredded, shaved or flaked

Instructions

How To Toast Coconut on the Stove

  • In a dry pan over medium heat place your desired amount of coconut.
  • You will start seeing the coconut going slightly translucent from that point your coconut will start to brown. You will need to keep stirring it to ensure even browning.
  • Once the coconut has reached golden brown remove from the heat.

How To Toast Coconut in the Oven

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • Place the coconut in a baking pan that has sides.
  • Stir the coconut ever few minutes until golden brown, this should take about 5 - 10 minutes

Nutrition

Calories: 1497kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 146g | Saturated Fat: 130g | Sodium: 84mg | Potassium: 1232mg | Fiber: 37g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 59mg | Iron: 8mg