Sweetened Coconut Flakes
Sweetened coconut flakes are a delightful addition to various dishes, offering a tropical flavor and chewy texture. These flakes can be used in desserts, as toppings, or enjoyed on their own as a snack.
This recipe is snack, scaled for 6 servings, with 10 min prep and 15 min cook.
Prep: 10 min · Cook: 15 min · Total: 25 min · Serves: 6
Quick cooking notes
- Core ingredients include unsweetened shredded coconut, vanilla extract, granulated sugar, water.
- Follow all 7 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
- Ingredient quantities listed below are for 6 servings.
Ingredients
- 2 cups unsweetened shredded coconut (toasted)
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup granulated sugar (optional)
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a saucepan, combine the water and sugar over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Add the vanilla extract to the sugar mixture and stir well.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and add the toasted shredded coconut, mixing until the coconut is evenly coated.
- Spread the coconut mixture evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the coconut flakes are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool completely before using or storing.
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: 180
- Protein: 2 g
- Fat: 10 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.