Desiccated Coconut
Our desiccated coconut is produced from the crisp, white meat of mature Puerto Rican coconuts. It is carefully grated, pasteurized, and dehydrated to a low moisture content to ensure a long, stable shelf life. We offer entirely unsweetened, unadulterated coconut meat for commercial baking and manufacturing.
Specifications
- Grades: Fine Macaroon, Medium Shred, Flake
- Fat Content: High Fat (65%+)
- Moisture: < 3.0%
- Additives: None (No added sugar, SO2 free options available)
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Packaging & MOQ
- Format: 11.34 kg (25 lb) or 22.68 kg (50 lb) Kraft paper bags with poly-liners.
- MOQ: 500 KG (approx. one pallet)
- Shelf Life: 12 months ambient.
Manufacturing Applications
Desiccated coconut is a critical dry ingredient for:
- Bakery: Macaroons, cakes, cookies, and pastries.
- Confectionery: Chocolate centers, candy bars, and truffles.
- Cereals & Snacks: Granola, trail mixes, and nutritional bars.
Why Origin Matters
While the process of creating desiccated coconut is relatively standardized globally, the starting material dictates the final flavor. Coconuts grown in our specific coastal sourcing regions have a naturally higher fat content and sweeter profile than generic commodity sources. If you require a liquid format, consider our coconut milk.
Rehydration Calculator
Desiccated coconut absorbs liquid. Estimate the rehydrated weight.
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