Toasted coconut is as beautiful as it is delicious, with a rich, nutty flavor, slightly crispy texture, and golden-brown color. Learn how to toast coconut in your own kitchen with one of these four easy, foolproof methods.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword How to Toast Coconut, Toasted Coconut
Cook Time 10 minutesminutes
Servings 1cup
Calories 451kcal
Author Michelle
Ingredients
1-2cupssweetened shredded coconut
Instructions
In the Oven
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Spread the coconut into one even layer on a large baking sheet.
Bake at 350°F for 8-12 minutes, stirring a few times so that the coconut browns evenly.
Once the coconut is lightly browned, remove it from the oven and cool completely on the baking sheet.
On the Stove
Add coconut to a skillet large enough for coconut to be spread into one even layer.
Place the skillet over low-medium heat, gently stirring often, until the coconut is lightly browned (about 5-10 minutes).
Remove the skillet from the heat and spread the coconut on parchment paper to cool completely.
In the Microwave
Add the coconut to a microwave-safe baking dish or flat-bottom bowl and spread it around into one even layer.
Microwave on high in 1 minute intervals, gently stirring after each interval.
Once coconut starts to lightly brown, microwave in 30 second intervals, stirring well after each interval.
Once all coconut is lightly browned, carefully remove dish from the microwave (It will be hot, so use oven mitts!) and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
In the Air Fryer
Put the coconut flakes into a small cake pan.
Place pan into the air fryer, and air-fry at 325ºF for about 5 minutes, stirring or shaking the coconut every 2 minutes, until desired color is reached.
Notes
You can also use sweetened coconut flakes.
No matter the method, be sure to watch the coconut closely as it toasts as it happens quickly.
Storage: Store in an air tight container at room temperature for up to a week or in the refrigerator up to 1 month.