Substitute for flaked coconut

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I would like to bake an Italian Cream Cake. Most recipes call for sweetened flaked coconut and a few shredded coconut.

I readily have fresh grated coconut and dessicated coconut. Can either of these be used in place of sweetened flaked without significantly altering the cake texture / moisture?

Thanks in advance



Best Answer

Grated coconut will probably be your best bet. However you will need to add a tiny bit of sugar so the taste is not thrown out of proportion.




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Quick Answer about "Substitute for flaked coconut"

Recipes calling for shredded or desiccated coconut are often doing so to add texture as well as flavour. In these instance shredded or desiccated nuts or dried fruits will work well in most recipes. Ground almonds, crushed pistachios or pecans can be used instead of desiccated coconut.

Can I substitute oats for coconut flakes?

When you replace the old-fashioned rolled oats called for in the recipe by weight, in a 1 to 1 swap, they work amazingly well. There is a coconut flavor to them, of course, when made this way. I also typically use virgin coconut oil in that recipe, not butter, so clearly we're good with coconut flavor.

Can I use coconut flour instead of coconut flakes?

If you are still concerned about the fat content, you can use coconut flour instead, however, due to the smaller fat content coconut flour will give you a slightly drier texture. An ounce of dried coconut will get you 5 grams of fibre and 2 grams of protein.

What is difference between shredded and flaked coconut?

Coconut flakes (or flaked coconut) are a larger version of dried shredded coconut. Instead of being grated, boiled coconut meat is cut into substantial flakes that are then dried.

Can I substitute desiccated coconut for shredded coconut?

In most cases, shredded coconut will work as a substitution for desiccated coconut. Be sure to use unsweetened shredded coconut, unless the recipe calls for sweetened. You can also grind shredded coconut into a finer texture or dry it further if needed.



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