Sweetened Coconut Flakes
Transform your baking and dessert creations with these delightfully simple Sweetened Coconut Flakes! Made with just three pantry staples—unsweetened shredded coconut, powdered sugar, and water—this quick recipe comes together in under 10 minutes and yields perfectly moist, sweetened coconut with a touch of homemade charm. The process involves creating a light sugar syrup that evenly coats the coconut flakes, ensuring a beautifully balanced sweetness in every bite. Ideal for baking cakes, decorating cupcakes, or adding a tropical twist to your breakfast bowls, these versatile flakes can also be stored for up to a week, making them a convenient addition to your kitchen arsenal. Say goodbye to store-bought options and hello to this easy, customizable alternative!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsweetened shredded coconut
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon Water
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine the powdered sugar and water over medium-low heat.
Stir the mixture constantly until the sugar dissolves and forms a light syrup. This should take about 1 to 2 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the syrup cool for 1 minute.
Place the unsweetened shredded coconut in a mixing bowl.
Pour the syrup over the coconut and mix thoroughly until all the coconut flakes are evenly coated.
Spread the sweetened coconut flakes onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to dry for about 15 to 20 minutes.
Once dry, store the sweetened coconut flakes in an airtight container for up to 1 week, or use immediately in your favorite recipes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
614 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.1 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.0 g | 240% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 37 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.0 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.0 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.7 g | ||
| Protein | 6.0 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 22 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 481 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
