How To Toast Coconut

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A comprehensive guide on how to toast coconut flakes using three methods-on the stovetop, in the microwave, or in the oven. Easy process!

Cook Time10

Total Time10

Course: Condiment

Cuisine: Global

Servings: servings

Calories: 35kcal

In a wide skillet, add coconut flakes in a thin layer.
Cook on low or medium-low heat, stirring regularly for about 1 to 3 minutes or until coconut begins to brown.
Turn off heat and continue to cook, stirring regularly, in the residual heat until mostly golden brown.
Remove immediately from pan and allow to cool completely.

Preheat oven to 325 F.
On a baking sheet, spread coconut in a single layer. Bake in the oven for about 5 to 10 minutes or just until coconut begins to brown.
Turn and stir the coconut every 2 to 3 minutes to ensure even browning.
Remove immediately from baking sheet and allow to cool completely.

In a microwave-safe pan/dish, spread coconut in a single layer.
Microwave on HIGH at 30 to 40-second intervals until coconut begins to brown, stirring and turning after each interval to ensure even browning.
Remove immediately from the pan and allow to cool completely.

Sweetened coconut will brown quicker as the sugar speeds up the toasting process.