Sweet Baker's Angel coconut flakes
660 kcal per 100 g
Category: Nuts
Nutritional information (per 100 g)
| Calories | 660 kcal |
| Protein | 6.5g |
| Carbohydrates | 24g |
| Sugars | 19g |
| Total fats | 64g |
| Saturated fats | 57g |
| Fiber | 9g |
Vitamins and minerals
Description
Baker's Angel Sweet Coconut Flakes are delicate and thin dehydrated sheets of grated coconut, specially made for culinary and baking uses. This ingredient is characterized by its light texture and natural sweet coconut flavor, which adds an exotic and tropical touch to various preparations.
The origin of these flakes comes from the coconut, the fruit of the coconut palm (Cocos nucifera), a palm tree native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands, but widely cultivated in various countries of Latin America and the Caribbean.
Regarding their properties, sweet coconut flakes provide natural fiber, healthy fats, and a sweet flavor that can reduce the need to add additional sugars in recipes. They are ideal for decorating desserts, incorporating into mixes for breads, muffins, cookies, and energy bars, or even for sprinkling on yogurts and smoothies.
In various Hispanic American countries, sweet coconut flakes may be known by similar terms such as: sweet grated coconut, sweet coconut flakes, or simply sweet dehydrated coconut. However, the denomination coconut flakes is common when referring to their thin, flaky texture.
This ingredient is an excellent option for those looking for a natural and tropical touch in their baking and cooking recipes, providing aroma, flavor, and a pleasant texture.