Desiccated Coconut
What is Desiccated Coconut?
Desiccated coconut is dried, shredded, or flaked coconut meat. It is made by removing the water from fresh coconut flesh, often through drying or baking processes. This process concentrates its flavor and extends its shelf life.
Is Desiccated Coconut vegan?
Desiccated Coconut is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Desiccated Coconut a major allergen?
Coconut is botanically classified as a fruit, not a tree nut.
What is Desiccated Coconut used for?
Manufacturers use desiccated coconut primarily for its flavor and texture.
Is Desiccated Coconut safe?
Desiccated coconut is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use desiccated coconut primarily for its flavor and texture. It adds a distinct tropical taste and a chewy or crunchy element to baked goods, desserts, and confectionery. It is commonly found in cookies, cakes, candies, and granola bars.
Health notes
Desiccated coconut is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a source of dietary fiber and healthy fats. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated coconut oil, a component of coconut, and established an acceptable daily intake. No specific evaluations for desiccated coconut as a whole ingredient by major international bodies have been widely published.
Allergen info
Coconut is botanically classified as a fruit, not a tree nut. However, the FDA considers coconut to be a major allergen. Individuals with tree nut allergies may have reactions to coconut.
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