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

Coconut, shredded (desiccated) rewards a little know-how: how to choose it, cook it, store it, and substitute in a pinch. Browse 158 recipes to cook with it.

What is coconut, shredded (desiccated)?

Coconuts sold in the shops of non-tropical countries often have had the exocarp (outermost layer) removed. The mesoocarp or "shell" thus exposed is the hardest part of the coconut, and is composed of fibers called coir which have many traditional and commercial uses. The shell has three germination pores (stoma) or eyes that are clearly visible on its outside surface once the husk is removed.

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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Where found

Coconut, shredded (desiccated) is usually found in the baking supplies section or aisle of the grocery store or supermarket.

Food group

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

How much does coconut, shredded (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

In Chinese:	椰子，切丝（干燥处理）
British (UK) term:
en français:	noix de coco râpée
en español:	coco rallado

Recipes using coconut, shredded (desiccated)

There are 158 recipes that contain this ingredient.

Olive Oil Brownies with Coconut

Olive oil brownies with coconut, made dairy-free with fruity olive oil instead of butter, deeply chocolatey from cocoa and two chocolates, with a layer of shredded coconut baked right through the middle and on top.

Homemade String Hopper Sweet Rolls

Homemade string hopper sweet rolls, delicate steamed rice-flour noodle disks wrapped around a sweet coconut treacle and cinnamon filling. A soft, lightly sweet Sri Lankan steamed treat for breakfast or tea.

Homemade Milk Rice with Coconut Stuffing

Milk Rice is a traditional specialty food item of Sri Lanka made for special occasions. Some Sri Lankans believe it is a lucky food. It is simple to make and very tasty.

Too-Easy Truffles

Foolproof chocolate truffles made with cream cheese, no tempering or ganache fuss. Just melt, mix, chill, and roll into balls coated in nuts or coconut. An easy, make-ahead candy for gifting or the holidays.

Homemade Pocket Triangles

Buttery shortcrust pockets folded around a caramelized coconut filling studded with dates, raisins, and cashews, baked golden. A Sri Lankan sweet pastry with crisp edges and a chewy, nutty center.

Homemade Sweet Appetizer

An easy to make, simple recipe. Sweet and delicious.

Homemade Coconut Rotti -Srilanka

Sri Lankan coconut roti (pol roti), a rustic pan-fried flatbread packed with shredded coconut, fresh chili, and curry leaves. No yeast, ready fast, and made to scoop up fish or chicken curry.

Crispy Easter Nests

Feel too lazy to bake any cookies or cake for Easter. Make these crispy Easter nests that will for sure satisfy everyone. They are easy to make, and taste delicious.

Rich Orange-Chocolate Truffles

Orange chocolate truffles, a cream-based ganache with fresh orange zest and extract, rolled into four different coatings: ground pistachios, cocoa powder, shredded coconut, and chocolate jimmies. Easy holiday candy.

Key Lime Pie with Tropical Fruits

A light and delicious key lime pie is topped with fresh strawberries and star fruit, and drizzled with key lime syrup. It' not only an eye-pleaser, but also a belly pleaser.

Mound Bars

Sweet coconut-filled bars with a graham cracker crust topped with melted chocolate. So easy and so good.

Double Peanut Snowballs

Crispy and crunchy. These snowballs are made with peanut butter, chunks of peanuts, raisins and puffed rice cereal. They are delicious treats for kids or grown-up :)

Oatmeal Whole Wheat Coconut Chocolate Chip Cookies

Whole wheat flour, oats, most olive oil or grape-seed oil and small amount of butter make these cookies much healthier but still packed with deliciousness.

Homemade Sago Biscuits

Homemade sago biscuits press together just four pantry staples, sago, desiccated coconut, sugar, and breadcrumbs, into crisp, golden rounds. A simple, eggless Sri Lankan teatime biscuit with toasty coconut flavor.

German Chocolate Cake

Three-layer German chocolate cake with coconut-pecan frosting, rich cocoa layers, and drizzled chocolate topping. Classic American dessert for birthdays and celebrations.

Oatmeal Coconut Chocolate Chip Cookies

Chewy oatmeal cookies loaded with shredded coconut and semi-sweet chocolate chips. Brown sugar and shortening give these a soft center with lightly crispy edges.

Bunny Face Easter Cupcakes

These Easter Bunny Face Cupcakes are so cute, and cakes are so moist, coated with vanilla frosting and coconut flakes, enjoy these pretty bunny face cupcakes!

Halloween Witch Cupcakes

These cute wicked cupcakes will definitely impress your kids and the friends, and they are delicious!

Chunky Date, Coconut & Almond Granola

Crunchy homemade granola with dates, coconut, almonds, and cashews baked in honey butter with allspice and cinnamon. Makes ahead and stores for two weeks. Kid-friendly breakfast or snacking.

Easter Basket Cupcakes

Basket cupcake recipe is another popular one at Easter, usually frosted with frosting, coated with colored coconut flakes, topped with a few jelly beans or candy coated small chocolate eggs, using pipe cleaner or licorice laces as handles, cute and pretty!