Nuts, Seeds & Oils
Coconut, shredded sweetened Nutrition Facts
Sweetened shredded coconut is dried coconut flakes with added sugar, commonly used in baking and confections. It offers coconut flavor and texture but contains significantly more sugar and calories than unsweetened varieties.
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving
Calories501
% Daily Value*
Total Fat
35.4g54%
Saturated Fat
31.4g157%
Trans Fat
0.0g
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.4g
Monounsaturated Fat
1.5g
Cholesterol
-0%
Sodium
244mg11%
Total Carbohydrate
44.4g15%
Dietary Fiber
4.5g16%
Total Sugars
40.0g
Protein
3.0g6%
Vitamin A
-0%
Vitamin C
0.8mg1%
Vitamin D
-0%
Vitamin E
0.3mg2%
Vitamin K
0.2mcg0%
Vitamin B6
0.1mg3%
Vitamin B12
-0%
Folate
27mcg7%
Calcium
14mg1%
Iron
2.6mg14%
Potassium
376mg8%
Magnesium
34mg8%
Zinc
1.2mg11%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Health Benefits
- ✓Provides quick energy from natural and added sugars
- ✓Contains manganese for bone health
- ✓Offers some dietary fiber
- ✓Rich in MCTs despite added sugar
Best For
Baking cakes and cookiesTopping for dessertsMacaroons and candy making
Storage
Keep in airtight container in cool, dry place for 4-6 months, or refrigerate to extend shelf life up to 1 year
Serving Sizes
100g501 cal
1 cup371 cal
1 tbsp25 cal
Frequently Asked Questions
How much sugar is in sweetened coconut?
Sweetened shredded coconut contains about 40g of sugar per 100g, with most being added sugar rather than naturally occurring.
What's the difference between sweetened and unsweetened coconut?
Sweetened coconut has added sugar (40g vs 8g per 100g) and lower fat content (35g vs 57g) compared to unsweetened, with sweetened being more calorie-dense from carbohydrates.
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