How To Toast Coconut

On the Stovetop

1. In a wide skillet, add coconut flakes in a thin layer.
2. Cook on low or medium-low heat, stirring regularly for about 1 to 3 minutes or until coconut begins to brown.
3. Turn off heat and continue to cook, stirring regularly, in the residual heat until mostly golden brown.
4. Remove immediately from pan and allow to cool completely.

In the Oven

1. Preheat oven to 325 F.
2. On a baking sheet, spread coconut in a single layer. Bake in the oven for about 5 to 10 minutes or just until coconut begins to brown.
3. Turn and stir the coconut every 2 to 3 minutes to ensure even browning.
4. Remove immediately from baking sheet and allow to cool completely.

In the Microwave

1. In a microwave-safe pan/dish, spread coconut in a single layer.
2. Microwave on HIGH at 30 to 40-second intervals until coconut begins to brown, stirring and turning after each interval to ensure even browning.
3. Remove immediately from the pan and allow to cool completely.