Ingredient

Caramelized Coconut

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use caramelized coconut primarily as a flavoring and texturizing ingredient. Its sweet, toasted …

What it is

Caramelized coconut is made by heating shredded or flaked coconut until it turns golden brown and develops a sweet, nutty flavor. This process intensifies the natural sugars in the coconut, creating a rich aroma and taste.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use caramelized coconut primarily as a flavoring and texturizing ingredient. Its sweet, toasted notes make it a popular addition to baked goods, cereals, granola, and chocolate confections, adding a satisfying crunch and depth of flavor.

Health notes

Caramelized coconut is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. It is a source of dietary fiber and healthy fats naturally found in coconut. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated coconut and its derivatives, but no specific health concerns are typically associated with its consumption at normal levels in food.

Allergen info

Coconut is botanically a fruit, not a tree nut, and is not one of the nine major allergens. However, individuals with coconut allergies should avoid it. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Caramelized Coconut

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La Poblana Foods Inc. Granola, Coconut Cereal 950kcal 25Protein 22.5Fat 90Carbs Neverbored Games Golden Mylk 40% Cacao Turmeric Cardamom, Black Pepper Caramelized Coconut Mylk, Golden Mylk Chocolate High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving 600kcal 2.5Protein 47.5Fat 47.5Carbs Neverbored Games Turmeric Latte 40% Cacao Turmeric Coconut Mylk Espresso Pumpkin Spice, Turmeric Latte Chocolate High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving 600kcal 2.5Protein 47.5Fat 47.5Carbs Mozian & Associates, Inc. Absinthe 70% Cacao Dark Chocolate Anise Fennel Mugwort, Absinthe Chocolate High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving 500kcal 7.5Protein 42.5Fat 47.5Carbs Mozian & Associates, Inc. Coconut Cream 54% Cacao Dark Chocolate Caramelized Coconut Mylk, Coconut Cream Chocolate High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving 525kcal 5Protein 40Fat 52.5Carbs Mozian & Associates, Inc. Dark & Salty 82% Cacao Extra Dark Chocolate Nibs & Salt, Dark & Salty Chocolate High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving 500kcal 10Protein 47.5Fat 40Carbs Hy-Vee, Inc. Coated Truffle, Crunchy Speculoos, Caramelized Coconut, Caramelized Pecan Chocolate High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in added sugars — 26% DV per serving 594kcal 3.1Protein 37.5Fat 56.2Carbs Neverbored Games Black Magic 90% Cacao Ultra Dark Chocolate Caramelized Coconut Mylk, Black Magic Chocolate High in saturated fat — 65% DV per serving 500kcal 10Protein 50Fat 35Carbs Neverbored Games Pamplemousse 54% Cacao Dark Chocolate Grapefruit Caramelized Coconut Mylk, Pamplemousse Chocolate High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving 525kcal 5Protein 40Fat 52.5Carbs Mozian & Associates, Inc. Ginger & Rose 54% Cacao Dark Chocolate Ginger Rose Coconut Mylk, Ginger & Rose Chocolate High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving 525kcal 5Protein 40Fat 52.5Carbs Mozian & Associates, Inc. Turkish Coffee 60% Cacao Dark Chocolate Coffee Cardamom Coconut Mylk, Turkish Coffee Chocolate High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in added sugars — 24% DV per serving 500kcal 7.5Protein 40Fat 50Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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