What Is Coconut, shredded, unsweetened (desiccated) and How Can I Use It?

Coconut, shredded, unsweetened (desiccated) rewards a little know-how: how to choose it, cook it, store it, and substitute in a pinch. Browse 58 recipes to cook with it.

What is coconut, shredded, unsweetened (desiccated)?

The coconuts that drop from palm trees in tropical climates have enriched salads, curries and pies worldwide. But when the meat was found to be primarily saturated fat, they were labeled unhealthy.

Now studies show that the medium chain fatty acids in coconuts are not like other saturated fats. One, lauric acid, is the predominant fatty acid in mother's milk.
Medical professionals still urge moderation--and more studies.

Coconut flake quality varies.

Supermarket--and some health food store--brands are made for long shelf life by using additives (sulfites, propylene glycol and sugar). Shredded and flaked air-dried coconut can lose flavor.
The best flakes for a healthy diet are the freshest and most pure.

Freeze-dried coconut flakes are naturally sweet and need no preservatives or chemical additives. Frozen fresh to minus 20 degrees F, they are then dried, retaining flavor and nutrients.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 oz (28g)

Amount per Serving

Calories 184Calories from Fat 162

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18.1g 28%

Saturated Fat 16.0g 80%

Trans Fat ~

Cholesterol 0mg 0%

Sodium 10mg 0%

Total Carbohydrate 6.6g 2%

Dietary Fiber 5g 18%

Sugars 2.1

Protein 1.9g

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 1%

Calcium 1% • Iron 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your caloric needs.

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Quick facts

Where to find coconut, shredded, unsweetened (desiccated): Coconut, shredded, unsweetened (desiccated) is usually found in the baking supplies section or aisle of the grocery store or supermarket.

Food group: Coconut, shredded, unsweetened (desiccated) is a member of the Nut and Seed Products US Department of Agriculture nutritional food group.

In Chinese: 椰子，切丝，不加糖（干燥处理）
British (UK) term: Coconut, shredded, unsweetened (desiccated)
en français: coco non sucré râpé
en español: de coco rallado sin azúcar

How much does coconut, shredded, unsweetened (desiccated) weigh?

Amount	Weight
1 ounce	28 grams

Nut and Seed Products

Sesame seeds 663 Sunflower seeds 181 Almonds 1782 Almond paste 61 Cashew nuts 213 Water chestnuts 309 Coconut 947 Coconut, shredded, unsweetened (desiccated) 58 Coconut, shredded (desiccated) 158 Coconut cream 46

Recipes using coconut, shredded, unsweetened (desiccated)

There are 58 recipes that contain this ingredient.

Malabar Chicken Curry Recipe

Malabar chicken curry is a spicy and aromatic dish that hails from the Malabar region of India. This curry is made with a unique blend of spices that include cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, and fennel, which gives it a distinctive taste and aroma. The tender chicken pieces are simmered in a rich and flavorful coconut milk-based gravy, making it a perfect dish for any occasion. The curry can be adjusted to your preferred level of spiciness, making it versatile for all tastes. Whether you're looking to explore new flavors or simply want to add a bit of spice to your meals, Malabar chicken curry is a must-try recipe for any home cook.

Rich Chocolate Cake or Brownies

Rich double-chocolate cake or brownies from one batter: melted unsweetened chocolate plus a fold of chocolate chips, baked thick for brownies or thin for cake. Topped with chocolate glaze.

Easter Party Cake

I added some pureed strawberries and a couple of drops of red food coloring to make the cake pink.

Gluten-Free Granola (Breakfast)

A healthy version of a common breakfast staple, it provides steady-release energy through the day and delivers important nutrients such as iron, selenium and calcium, among others. Easy to make ahead and pack for a day at the office.

Delicious Carrot Cake Cookies (Vegan & Gluten-Free)

Make sandwich cookies; just spread some coconut whipped cream on a cookie and sandwich with another cookie!

Almond, Cashew & Dried Fruits Granola

I made this granola last night, it was so simple and easy. The granola turned out golden brown, and nuts were deliciously toasted, nutty and crunchy.

Valentine's Day Chocolate Chip & Peanut Butter Cookies

Make some heart shaped chocolate chip and peanut butter cookies for Valentine's Day. These cookies are made with oats, whole wheat flour, applesauce, chocolate chips, peanut butter, dried cranberries and walnuts. Delicious and wholesome.

Double Almond & Chocolate Granola Bars

Forget the store-bought granola bars that are always way too sweet and not necessarily as healthy as you think. Making your own is always the way to go, these granol bars are made with almonds, almond butter, chocolate and oats; absolutely easy to make, and they can be a filling, nutritious and delicious grab-n-go breakfast or a handy snack.

Crunchy Chocolate Peanut Butter & Coconut Bars

I customized the crunchy chocolate peanut butter bars into this recipe by adding some toasted oats, wheat germ and coconut flakes. They were super crunchy an delicious.

Applesauce Granola

Granola is great for breakfast, packed with nutrition and very filling. Making your own is always better, lots of nuts, dried fruits and real maple syrup with some yogurt or milk give you all the energies you need to start a beautiful day.

Cherry Nut Dump Cake

The easiest cake you'll ever make: cherry pie filling and crushed pineapple topped with dry cake mix, melted butter, pecans, and coconut. Just dump, bake, and devour.

Halloween Chocolate Surprise Cupcakes

These chocolaty and moist cupcakes are filled with cream cheese and chocolate chips filling that adds extra creaminess and chocolaty taste into every bite. Decorate these delicious cupcakes into Halloween spiders, skulls, skeleton, mummies... Whichever way you or your kids love. Being creative and make sure to make a few bunches, they will disappear quickly.

Breakfast Fruit & Nut Granola

Love the almonds, pecans, and pumpkin seeds in my granola, and this recipe has its all. Plus maple syrup is my favourite go-to sweeter as well. I usually use dried apricots and mangos instead of raisins. Serve it with plain yogurt and fresh berries if they are seasonal. So yummy!

Whole Wheat Cherry Cream Cheese Bars

These decadent cherry cream cheese bars will well satisfy your cravings for something rich and sweet. They are made with whole wheat flour, light cream cheese, homemade cherry pie filling, a small amount of butter and some olive oil. Much healthier but still tastes delicious. Nobody can resist these sweets, the more importantly you don't have to feel guilty about it.

Coconut & Pineapple Cake

A moist yet delicious cake is made with whole wheat flour, pineapple, coconut, and, walnuts. It is super moist and packed with great flavour. Enjoy one slice or two without feeling guilty.

Coconut & Pineapple Cake

A moist yet delicious cake is made with whole wheat flour, pineapple, coconut, and, walnuts. It is super moist and packed with great flavour. Enjoy one slice or two without feeling guilty.

Carrot Cake (low-fat)

This carrot cake is outstanding, moist inside and creamy on top, I have no coconut chips left, so I didn't sprinkle coconuts on top. The cake is just delicious, but you have to be careful of the pineapple and juice, don't use more than recipe says, otherwise the cake won't work.

Carrot Cake (low-fat)

Diabetic German Chocolate Cake

Make this German chocolate cake with natural sweeter or sugar replacement, it's still chocolaty, rich and delicious and even your diabetic family member or friend can enjoy one slice or two.

Jamaican Sweet Potato Pudding Cake

This Jamaican Sweet Potato Pudding cake is smooth and creamy, the coconut milk, raisins and rum add huge flavor to this dessert.

Overnight Cookies

Overnight cookies are an icebox dough divided into four flavors: coconut, peanut butter, dates, and spice. Roll, chill, then slice and bake for fresh cookies any time the craving hits.

Baked Samosa Logs with Fruit-Sweetened Tomato Ch

Baked vegetarian samosa logs wrapped in whole-wheat chapatis and stuffed with curried cauliflower, peas, coconut, and cilantro. Paired with a ginger-spiked tomato chutney sweetened with grape juice.

Mango-Coconut Pie with Mango Coulis

Mango-coconut pie layers a graham cracker and toasted coconut crust with a vanilla bean coconut custard, diced fresh mango, and whipped cream. A bright mango coulis poured over each slice doubles down on the fruit.

Coconut Peach Dessert

When I make this dessert I use a pizza pan lined with foil, it makes it look nice with peaces arranged in a circle. This dessert is easy to make and very attractive, your guests will be impressed.

Easter Basket Cake

Easter basket cake built from stacked round layers with green-tinted coconut grass, a foil-ribbon handle, and candy-studded sides. A showstopping family Easter dessert kids help decorate.

Grilled Peach Sundaes

Grilled peach, maybe first time to hear grill a fruit, but it really works very well, especially with sundaes. Very yummy.

Sorbet Caribe

Sorbet Caribe blends frozen bananas with fresh and frozen pineapple juice and shredded coconut into a creamy tropical sorbet. No sugar added, no ice cream maker needed.

Sunny Apricot Marbles

No-bake apricot energy balls with pecans, coconut, barley, honey, and lemon juice rolled in chopped nuts. A naturally sweetened, wholesome snack that comes together in one blender.

Hawaiian Macadamia Bread

Hawaiian macadamia bread folds crushed pineapple, shredded coconut, and chopped macadamia nuts into a tender quick bread. Tropical tea bread or breakfast loaf with island flavors in every slice.

No Bake Peanut Butter Cookies

Easy to follow, kids love to work with you together to make these delicious cookies.

Easter Bunny Cake

Easter bunny cake built from carrot cake rounds with coconut "fur", paper ears, and jelly bean eyes. A classic family Easter project that turns a simple cake mix into a showpiece bunny on a platter.

Easter Bunny Cake

Easter bunny cake built from carrot cake rounds with coconut "fur", paper ears, and jelly bean eyes. A classic family Easter project that turns a simple cake mix into a showpiece bunny on a platter.

Maple-Coconut Rice Pudding

Maple coconut rice pudding baked with skim milk, cinnamon, eggs, and shredded coconut for a creamy, custard-style dessert. A lighter take on rice pudding sweetened with real maple syrup.

Almond-Coconut Cookies

Chewy coconut cookies loaded with toasted almonds and sweet dates bake low and slow until golden-bottomed with crisp edges for 4 dozen treats.

Black Rice Porridge with Coconut

Black rice, also known as forbidden rice, derives its name from when it was first cultivated for the sole consumption by the emperor in China. It is still cultivated in small quantities, and is not as popular as brown or white rice. However, studies have shown that the bran hull of black rice contains significantly more vitamin E than that of brown rice and more anthocyanin antioxidants than blueberries! It has a rich, nutty flavor and pairs beautifully in sweet dishes, such as this one where it is combined with coconut.