This toasted coconut chips recipe is the perfect sweet and salty snack that will satisfy any craving! These coconut chips are a delicious and healthy replacement for popcorn and Whole30 compliant, too!
Original post: February 2018 | Updated: January 2022
Why This Recipe Works
Two things I seriously missed while on my Whole30 adventure a few years ago were popcorn and any sweet treat. I love popcorn in all of its salty yumminess and eat this tasty snack pretty regularly and I love my sweet treats. The first time this Toasted Coconut Chips recipe emerged from our oven, they became the perfect Whole30-compliant replacement.
They are crunchy, salty, sweet, satisfying my sweet tooth and my desire for a touch of something salty. This is one of the easiest snacks you’ll find and will totally carry over into non-Whole30 life.
If you are following the Whole30 program, make sure to read the ingredients on your coconut chips before purchasing. The only ingredients listed should be coconut and salt.
Recipe Ingredients
Coconut chips – This recipe works best with unsweetened coconut chips or shaved coconut, as opposed to unsweetened coconut flakes, but in a pinch flakes will work. (Dang coconut chips are a brand that works very well for this recipe!) They’re just as yummy, but much messier. Coconut chips can be easily found on Amazon or at Whole Foods or other grocery stores.
Olive oil – Best oils to use that comply with Whole30: Coconut oil, extra virgin olive oil, ghee and clarified butter.
How To Make Toasted Coconut Chips
Step 1
Preheat oven to 275 degrees F. Spread chips in a thin layer on a rimmed baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
Step 2
Drizzle the olive oil over the top and toss to coat completely. Sprinkle with a little sea salt.
Step 3
Bake in the preheated oven for 5 to 7 minutes, keeping a close eye so the coconut does not burn. Remove from oven when coconut is golden brown. Let cool, pour into a medium bowl and enjoy!
Recipe Notes
- Disclaimer for those who do not prefer the taste of coconut: I am willing to bet that if this is you, that you’ll still love this recipe. Bet I’m right!
- This is the perfect healthy snack! Set them out for the kids or at your next adult gathering and they will be the first things to get gobbled up.
- Enjoy as a solo snack, or toss into your next bowl of oatmeal or smoothie bowls. They are perfect when sprinkled over top of ice cream, too!
- For an even more concentrated flavor, drizzle with coconut sugar, coconut water or coconut oil before baking.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
- If you’re wanting to create sweet coconut chips and you aren’t concerned about following a special diet, consider drizzling honey, maple syrup or a couple teaspoons confectioners’ sugar over the top before baking.
- Other flavor options if looking to indulge a bit: chocolate chips, vanilla extract or dried fruits.
FAQ About Coconut Chips
Coconut chips are pieces of coconut that have been cut thicker than flakes. The chips are oven-roasted until they become dry and crisp, creating a snack similar to a potato chip but with a delicious coconut flavor.
Coconut chips are the perfect healthy alternative to the not-so-healthy potato chip. Coconut is a yummy and satisfying superfood containing vitamins, nutrients and healthy fats that are good for you.
Dogs can can consume coconut chips, as they are non-toxic when ingested. Let your pup enjoy in moderation, however, to avoid stomach upset.
Spread coconut chips in a single layer on a large baking sheet to prepare for toasting. Toss with olive oil and salt and bake at 275 degrees F for 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown.
More Healthy Snacks
- Healthy Breakfast Cookies aren’t just for breakfast and they are deceptively delicious. This is one my favorite ways to trick my boys into eating healthy foods!
- This Whole30 Cookies recipe is grain-free, gluten-free, dairy-free and sugar-free, making them perfect Whole 30 dessert. These almond butter cookies are a great healthy snack or dessert option for both adults and kids!
- Homemade Fruit Roll-Ups – Eliminate artificial and unknown ingredients by making your own homemade fruit roll-ups! This is such a great healthy snack idea for kids. Great for lunch boxes, too!
- Healthy Breakfast Muffins – Enjoy breakfast the healthy way! These breakfast muffins are beyond delicious and the best part is that they’re packed with good stuff.
- No Bake Granola Bars are the perfect snack for little ones. There is something comforting about knowing EXACTLY what goes into your kids’ bodies!
- Don’t let those delicious little pumpkin seeds go to waste. Turn them into a healthy snack! We will walk you through how to clean pumpkin seeds and eat them, too!
More Whole30 Recipes
- Whole30 potato chips
- Chicken Piccata
- Classic Guacamole
- Sweet Potato Buns
- Sauteed Zoodles and Mushrooms
- Roasted Butternut Squash with Apples
- Cauliflower Mushroom Rice
- Roasted Veggies
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Toasted Coconut Chips Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups coconut chips or flakes
- 2-3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp fine sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 275 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil or parchment paper. Pour the coconut chips onto the prepared baking sheet and arrange in a single layer.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the top and toss to coat completely. Sprinkle generously with sea salt.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 5 to 7 minutes, keeping a close eye so the coconut does not burn. Remove from oven when coconut is golden brown. Let cool, pour into a bowl and enjoy!
Notes
- Disclaimer for those who do not prefer the taste of coconut: I am willing to bet that if this is you, that you’ll still love this recipe. Bet I’m right!
- This is the perfect healthy snack! Set them out for the kids or at your next adult gathering and they will be the first things to get gobbled up.
- Enjoy as a solo snack, or toss into your next bowl of oatmeal or smoothie bowls. They are perfect when sprinkled over top of ice cream, too!
- For an even more concentrated flavor, drizzle with coconut sugar, coconut water or coconut oil before baking.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
- If you’re wanting to create sweet coconut chips and you aren’t concerned about following a special diet, consider drizzling honey, maple syrup or a couple teaspoons confectioners’ sugar over the top before baking.
- Other flavor options if looking to indulge a bit: chocolate chips, vanilla extract or dried fruits.
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