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Learn how to toast coconut two different ways: In the oven and on the stove in a skillet. Works for shredded or shaved coconut, sweetened or unsweetened!
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How to Toast Coconut

Learn how to toast coconut two different ways: In the oven and on the stove in a skillet. Works for shredded or shaved coconut, sweetened or unsweetened!
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 140kcal
Author Meggan Hill

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Flaked, shredded or shaved coconut sweetened or unsweetened

Instructions

How to toast coconut in a skillet:

  • In a medium skillet over medium-low heat, toast coconut until lightly browned and fragrant, about 3 to 5 minutes.

How to toast coconut in the oven:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Spread coconut evenly on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake until lightly golden and fragrant, stirring frequently, about 5 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 140kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 8mg | Potassium: 115mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 1mg