Description
Learn how to make delicious homemade coconut flakes that are perfect for topping smoothie bowls, oatmeal, salads, or desserts. These versatile flakes can be made sweet or savory to suit your taste preferences.
Ingredients
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For Unsweetened Coconut Flakes:
- 2 cups unsweetened shredded coconut or large coconut flakes
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil, melted
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt (optional for savory flakes)
Optional for Sweetened Flakes:
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Coat the coconut: In a medium bowl, toss the coconut with melted coconut oil until coated. For sweetened flakes, add maple syrup or honey. For savory flakes, sprinkle with sea salt.
- Bake: Spread the coconut on the baking sheet and bake for 5-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and fragrant.
- Cool: Let the flakes cool completely to crisp up. Store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Use these toasted coconut flakes as toppings for various dishes.
- For a different flavor, try adding cinnamon or cocoa powder before baking.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Topping
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
