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Homemade Spiced Coconut Chips

These homemade spiced coconut crisps are a delightful vegan snack that offers a satisfying crunch and a tropical flair. By gently toasting coconut flakes with a hint of natural sweetener and your choice of spices—be it warming cinnamon or savoury curry powder—you create a versatile treat. This recipe is a fantastic alternative to shop-bought crisps, providing a lighter, healthier option that is free from refined sugars and artificial additives.

Perfect for grazing throughout the day, these golden flakes also make an excellent garnish for bowls of porridge, yoghurt, or even vibrant salads. Because they are so simple to prepare and keep well in an airtight container, they are an ideal choice for weekend meal prep. Whether you prefer a sweet or savoury profile, these customisable crisps are sure to become a cupboard staple.

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Ingredients for Homemade Spiced Coconut Chips

  • 1 tablespoon liquid sweetener, such as coconut nectar, pure maple syrup, honey, or agave syrup (nectar)

  • 1 tablespoon virgin coconut oil, melted

  • 950ml coconut flakes (about 170g )

  • 1/2 teaspoons (or more) kosher salt

  • 1/4 teaspoons (or more) ground spices, such as cinnamon, curry powder, or chilli powder or 1 teaspoon nutritional yeast

Preheat oven to 163°C. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Whisk sweetener, oil, and 1 tablespoon hot water in a small bowl. Pour over coconut flakes in a large bowl and toss to coat. Sprinkle with salt and spices or nutritional yeast and toss again. Taste and adjust seasonings, if needed.

Spread in an even layer on prepared baking sheet. Bake coconut, tossing every 4 minutes, until golden brown and crisp, about 12 minutes. Let cool completely.

Coconut chips can be made 5 days ahead; store in an airtight container at room temperature.

Disclaimer

While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

Article history

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  • 28 Jan 2026 | Originally published

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    UK recipe editors

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