Golden Toasted Coconut Garnish
Ingredients
Base Ingredients:
- 2 cups unsweetened coconut flakes or shreds ≈150 g
- Pinch of fine sea salt optional
- 1 tsp coconut oil or butter optional; richer flavor, more even browning
Sweet Version:
- 1-2 Tbsp sugar/maple syrup or powdered erythritol/Allulose/Swerve Confectioners for keto
- ¼ tsp vanilla
- pinch cinnamon optional
Savory Version
- ½ tsp everything seasoning or
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika + lime zest or
- ½ tsp furikake watch salt
Instructions
Method A: Skillet – Fast & Hands On:
- Warm a wide skillet over medium-low heat (dry, or add the 1 tsp fat).
- Add coconut in an even layer. Toast 3–6 min, stirring every 20–30 sec.
- When mostly pale-gold with a few deeper edges, remove immediately to a cool sheet (carryover heat darkens it).
- Toss in salt and any seasonings while warm.
- Sweet tip: If using granulated/ powdered sweetener, sprinkle on during the last minute so it melts lightly. If using maple/sugar, reduce heat and stir constantly—sugars brown fast.
- Time: 5–8 min total
Method B: Oven – Even & Low-Effort
- Preheat to 300°F / 150°C. Line a sheet with parchment.
- Spread coconut in a thin, even layer.
- Bake 5–8 min, stirring at minute 3–4 until evenly golden.
- Using maple/sugar? Drop to 275°F / 135°C to prevent scorching.
- Time: 10–12 min total (incl. preheat)
Method C: Air Fryer – Tiny Batches
- Preheat to 300°F / 150°C.
- Add coconut to basket in a thin layer (use a liner if needed).
- Air-fry 3–5 min, shaking every minute.
- Time: 5–7 min total
Notes
- Watch like a hawk: It goes from perfect to burnt quickly. Pull when light-gold; it deepens as it cools.
- Clusters: Lightly mist/toss with 1 tsp water + sweetener, press flat, and toast—break into shards after cooling.
- Storage: Cool completely; jar airtight up to 2 weeks at room temp, or freeze up to 3 months. Re-crisp at 250°F / 120°C for 3–4 min.
- Allergen: Coconut is labeled as a tree nut in the U.S.
- Calories: 17.5
- Total Fat: 1.62 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.48 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Sodium: 1 mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 0.75 g
- Dietary Fiber: 0.50 g
- Total Sugars: 0.25 g
- Net Carbs: 0.25 g
- Protein: 0.17 g
- Calcium: 0.5 mg
- Iron: 0.05 mg
- Magnesium: 2 mg
- Potassium: 20 mg
Made in a facility that also processes: Wheat, soy, peanuts, and other tree nuts
Storage & Shelf Life
- Room Temperature: 1-2 weeks in airtight container
- Refrigerated: 4-8 weeks
- Frozen: Up to 3 months
Disclaimer
This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Nutrition information is an estimate and may vary based on ingredient brands and preparation methods. Distributed by: Luxauro, LLC, Swan Valley, MT 59826
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