Cookbook:Toasted Coconut Flakes

Toasted Coconut Flakes
Category	Coconut recipes
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These toasted coconut flakes are a crunchy, caramelized snack made from fresh coconut. They are a popular snack in Nigeria.

Ingredients

• Ripe fresh coconut
• Granulated sugar
• Salt

Equipment

• Oven
• Grater
• Bowl
• Baking sheet/tray

Procedure

1. Crack open the coconut, and separate out the coconut meat.
2. Grate the coconut meat into flakes.
3. Toss the coconut flakes with sugar and a pinch of salt.
4. Spread the coconut mixture on a baking sheet, and place on the lowest rack of the oven. Bake at 300˚F, stirring every few minutes until golden brown and crisp.
5. Remove the coconut flakes and cool completely.

Notes, tips, and variations

• Ensure you are fully concentrated while toasting the coconut, as it will burn quite fast.
• If you layer the coconut too thick on the pan, they will take very long to crisp up.