Coconut Oil Powder

Coconut oil powder is a dried form of coconut oil, often made by spray-drying the oil with a carrier ingredient like tapioca maltodextrin or acacia fiber. This process turns the liquid oil into a fine, dissolvable powder.

Manufacturers add coconut oil powder to products to provide a source of fat, improve texture, and deliver a creamy mouthfeel, especially in powdered beverages, protein mixes, and baked goods. It also contributes a mild coconut flavor.

Coconut oil is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. It is high in saturated fat, and the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend limiting saturated fat intake to less than 10% of daily calories. While some research suggests potential benefits, other studies indicate that high intake of saturated fats can raise LDL ("bad") cholesterol levels. JECFA and EFSA have not set specific acceptable daily intakes for coconut oil as a food ingredient.