Homemade Toasted Coconut Chips

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Learn how to make toasted coconut chips with this simple recipe. As long as you keep a few bags of coconut flakes stocked in your pantry, and your cast iron skillet out on the stove, then you are a mere 10 minutes away from crispy, coconut-y, sweet goodness.

Toasted coconut chips in a white bowl with a wooden spoon on a white quartz countertop

It’s 9 P.M. The kids are all in bed and you want a treat.

You want something healthy, but you don’t want to spend an hour and half making it. You also don’t want to be up until midnight cleaning a sink full of dishes.

If this scenario sounds familiar, then this recipe, my friend, is for you.

As long as you keep a few bags of coconut flakes stocked in your pantry, and your cast iron skillet out on the stove, then you are a mere 10 minutes away from crispy, coconut-y, sweet goodness.

My favorite night time snack is taking a big bowl of homemade yogurt, fresh berries, and these toasted coconut chips sprinkled over. The combination of of sweet and creamy yogurt is so so good.

If you are big coconut fan, make sure to try these coconut cookies, Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins, or toasted coconut popsicles.

coconut flakes in a glass jar with a swing top lid on a stove-top

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Tips For Making Coconut Chips:

When you make this recipe, you will need to constantly stir the coconut flakes in the cast iron skillet. No walking away or getting distracted, they will burn if not in constantly motion.
They won’t seem crispy right away, but after they sit to cool for a few minutes, they turn into chips.
Add a pinch of salt for a delicious sweet and salty combination.

FAQ

Are toasted coconut flakes healthy?

Yes, they are rich in fiber, healthy fats and are naturally sweetened making them a yummy and healthy snack.

Are coconut flakes the same as shredded coconut?

No. They are nearly the same, but coconut flakes and shredded coconut are cut different. Flakes are wider and flatter where as shredded is thin string like cuts resembling shredded cheese.

Do coconut flakes need to be refrigerated?

Dried coconut flakes does not need to be refrigerated after opening. You can refrigerate to extend the life of the coconut flakes. But not necessary.

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How to Eat Toasted Coconut

Toasted coconut chips are delicious all by themselves, but they are also really delicious mixed with pepitas and chocolate chips for a snack mix.

Add them to homemade granola, or in a trail mix blend with nuts and dried fruit.

toasted coconut chips with pipits and chocolate chips in a tan bowl.

Use them as a crispy yogurt topping.

yogurt topped with toasted coconut chips and blueberries in a white bowl with a metal spoon

Tools And Ingredients:

Coconut flakes

Honey

Cast Iron Skillet

How To Make Toasted Coconut Chips

First, things first, preheat your cast iron skillet over medium heat.

After the skillet is starting to get toasty, add in the coconut flakes.

Stir constantly.

wooden spoon stirring coconut flakes on a cast iron skillet

Don’t make the mistake of thinking you can abandon this process.

These flakes toast up very quickly and will easily burn if you’re not stirring regularly.

coconut flakes being toasted o a cast iron skillet with a wooden spoon.

After, they look 3/4 of the way toasted, add in the honey.

adding honey to toasted coconut chips in a cast iron skillet

Stir for a few more minutes, until they are toasty, but not burnt.

They won’t seem crispy right away, but after they sit to cool for a few minutes, they turn into chips.

If we haven’t devoured them all, and some make it through the night, they are super crispy and delicious the next morning.

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