Ingredient

Toasted Coconut

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Toasted coconut is primarily used to add flavor and texture to foods. Its sweet, …

What it is

Toasted coconut is made from mature coconuts that have been dried and then heated until golden brown. This process brings out a nutty, rich flavor and a crunchy texture. Coconuts grow on palm trees in tropical regions around the world.

Why it's used

Toasted coconut is primarily used to add flavor and texture to foods. Its sweet, nutty taste makes it a popular addition to baked goods, cereals, candies, and snack bars. It can also be used as a topping or a component in trail mixes.

Health notes

Toasted coconut is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food ingredient. It is a source of dietary fiber and healthy fats. JECFA has evaluated coconut oil, which is derived from coconuts, and established an acceptable daily intake. No specific evaluations for toasted coconut itself by major international bodies like EFSA are widely published.

Allergen info

Coconut is not one of the 9 FDA major allergens. It is botanically a fruit, not a tree nut, though some people with tree nut allergies may react to coconut. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Toasted Coconut

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Nature Valley Crunchy Coconut Granola Bar GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Nature Valley Crunchy Coconut Granola Bar —kcal 7.1Protein 21.4Fat 64.3Carbs Ambassador Cards Cookie Thins Cookies & Biscuits 464kcal 7.1Protein 16.1Fat 78.6Carbs Pancake Mix TRADER JOE'S Pancake Mix Cake, Cookie & Cupcake Mixes High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 386kcal 7.0Protein 8.8Fat 70.2Carbs CARY'S Cary's, Toffee, Milk Chocolate Coconut Chocolate High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving 478kcal 4.3Protein 34.8Fat 47.8Carbs Kellogg Company US Kellogg's Special K Cereal Bars Coconut .88oz Cereal/Muesli Bars 399kcal 5.6Protein 10.1Fat 73.4Carbs GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Betty Crocker Coconut White Chip Chewy Oat Bar Mix Baking/Cooking Mixes/Supplies 469kcal 6.2Protein 18.8Fat 68.8Carbs GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Nature Valley Almond Butter Toasted Coconut Chocolate Granola Bites Value Pack Processed Cereal Products High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 533kcal 10Protein 30Fat 53.3Carbs GENUINE HEALTH Fermented Vegan Proteins+ Digestive Support, Lemon Coconut Snack, Energy & Granola Bars High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 382kcal 25.4Protein 16.4Fat 47.3Carbs GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Nature Valley Almond Butter Toasted Coconut Chocolate Granola Bites Processed Cereal Products High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving —kcal 10Protein 30Fat 53.3Carbs Mondelez International Nabisco Triscuit Crackers Coconut Toasted 1X9 Oz Biscuits/Cookies 429kcal 10.7Protein 14.3Fat 71.4Carbs Little Secrets, LLC Little Secrets, Dark Chocolate Candies, Toasted Coconut Candy High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 475kcal 2.5Protein 25Fat 67.5Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Sweet & Salty Granola Bars Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 486kcal 11.4Protein 22.9Fat 57.1Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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