This delightful Cinnamon Coconut Chips will satisfy any craving. It's crispy, sweet, and salty, perfect guilt-free snack. Made with only 3 ingredients and in 15 minutes, this coconut chips recipe is great healthy nibble your whole family will love.
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My hubs is a huge fan of snacking. When he works, a bowl of snacks is always on his desk. I'm more movie snacker myself. I love to have some nibbles when I'm relaxing. But for him nibbling while working is a sort of stress relief. Which is totally fine as long as he nibbles some healthier stuff. That's why I always make sure to have some healthy snacks in the house ready for him and his long working hours.
When I'm super lazy I just make simple trail mix with dried fruits, nuts and seeds. Or I put him Cinnamon Orange Granola in a bowl. That's a great, simple and super healthy snack! And when I'm in my super-mood, I love to toast some nuts and make him his favorite spiced Cinnamon Roasted Almonds.
Since he's into spices and different flavor combos, I decided to whip him up something with my favorite snack option - coconut chips. Crispy, salty and subtly sweet, these toasted Cinnamon Coconut Chips are just amazing. This coconut chips recipe is super easy to make with only 3-ingredients! In less than 15 minutes!!! And here's why coconut chips are a great nibble option and how to make this super healthy Coconut Chips snack.
What are coconut chips?
Coconut chips are basically the coconut meat sliced into long strips. For those who are not familiar with coconut... Coconut meat is that white flesh inside of a coconut. It's that simple. If you're adventures enough and have time, you can make your own coconut chips from the whole coconut. But again if you ever tried opening and slicing the whole coconut then you'll know that isn't an easy job. That's why I find store-bought coconut chips more convenient.
There are two types of coconut chips in stores: sweetened and unsweetened, toasted and untoasted. I always buy unsweetened raw (untoasted) coconut chips. It's much cheaper and since it's not flavored and sweetened, it can be used for many sweet and savory recipes. + Many toasted and prepackaged coconut products are heavily sweetened, which is like not healthy at all.
Why coconut is so good for you?
I'm a HUGE fan of coconut but not just because of its amazing tropical taste. Coconut is loaded with nutrients and provide many benefits for our health.
Coconut meat is basically just fat and fiber. Around 89% of the coconut fat is saturated fat (1) and while saturated fat has bad reputation of being unhealthy if consumed in high amounts, most of the coconut fats are medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), which are absorbed intact in your small intestine and used by your body to produce energy (2). Also, most of the fibers in coconut meat are insoluble, meaning that it doesn’t get digested. Instead, it helps to keep our digestive system healthy and aids bowel health.
Rich in fiber and MCTs, coconut offers a number of benefits, including weight loss, it keeps our heart healthy, helps digestion and supports brain health, keep our blood sugar levels, and aids immunity. (3)
Cinnamon Coconut Chips ingredients
To make this crunchy super tasty snack, you'll need only q few simple ingredients:
- COCONUT CHIPS: I used unsweetened organic coconut chips. Raw, unflavored and super healthy, it's perfect for making this treat.
- SWEETENER: I used organic coconut sugar. It gave subtle sweetness, perfect caramel flavor, and a beautiful color.
- CEYLON CINNAMON: Ceylon cinnamon, also known as “true” cinnamon, is a highly delicious spice with many health benefits. Cinnamon is loaded with powerful antioxidants with anti-inflammatory properties. (4, 5) Cinnamon gave this incredible snack a truly wonderful flavor.
How to make toasted Cinnamon Coconut Chips
- Preheat the oven to 325F. Line big baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare and measure all ingredients using measuring cups.
- Put 3 cups of coconut chips in a large mixing bowl. Sprinkle coconut chips with 1 tablespoon of water. Toss everything with hands.
- In a small bowl, add 1/2 teaspoon of Ceylon cinnamon, 1 teaspoon of coconut sugar and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Mix everything with a spoon or spatula.
- Pour dry ingredients over coconut chips and mix with a spatula until coconut chips are coated in the dry mixture.
- Spread coconut chips onto the prepared baking sheet and flatten into one layer.
- Baking is probably the most challenging part. The goal is to NOT OVER-TOAST the coconut chips. That's why you basically need to sit and watch over the chips while it bakes.
- My formula is: bake for 5 minutes and then stir coconut chips to make sure everything bakes evenly. Bake for another 2 minutes then again toss, and then bake for another 2 minutes and toss. Keep your eyes on coconut chips. You want perfect crisp, crunchy, golden brown lovelies.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely.
- Once cool, transfer to a container or bowl for serving. These are best served at room temperature!
- Store in an air-tight glass container for up to two months.
Toasted Cinnamon Coconut Chips benefits
- It’s nutrient-dense snack option, made with all natural and wholesome ingredients!
- It’s crispy and mildly sweet, beautifully flavored.
- It’s made without refined sugars.
- It’s rich in nutrients – healthy fats for energy and fibers for digestion.
- It’s enriched with SUPER-SPICE - Ceylon cinnamon.
- It’s great for aiding digestion and weight loss.
- It’s vegan and gluten free.
- It’s very filling and perfect for nibbling.
- Kids love it!!!
The flavors in these toasted Cinnamon Coconut Chips are so perfectly blended. Sweet and salty, toasted coconut coated with beautiful cinnamon flavor. Crispy and just addictive! And jet so simple and easy to make. + So healthy and totally guilt-free! I promise this will become your favorite snack option as soon as you try it.
You can serve these tasty coconut chips on special occasions like birthday parties, game nights or take it for picnics, even road trips. Or just grab a pinch when you feel sudden hunger strike or drop of energy.
Enjoy!
Cinnamon Coconut Chips
Ingredients
- 3 cups coconut chips unsweetened and untoasted
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1/2 teaspoon Ceylon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon coconut sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon Himalayan salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325F. Line big baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare and measure all ingredients using measuring cups.
- Put 3 cups of coconut chips in a large mixing bowl. Sprinkle coconut chips with 1 tablespoon of water. Toss everything with hands.
- In a small bowl, add 1/2 teaspoon of Ceylon cinnamon, 1 teaspoon of coconut sugar and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Mix everything with a spoon or spatula.
- Pour dry ingredients over coconut chips and mix with a spatula until coconut chips are coated in the dry mixture.
- Spread coconut chips onto the prepared baking sheet and flatten into one layer.
- Bake for 5 minutes and then stir coconut chips to make sure everything bakes evenly.
- Bake for another 2 minutes then again toss, and then bake for another 2 minutes. Keep your eyes on coconut chips not to over-toast them.
- Remove form the oven and allow to cool completely.
- Once cool, transfer to a container or bowl for serving.
Notes
As a measure, I used US cup (240ml). Disclaimer: The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but I have endeavored to be as accurate as possible.
Nutrition
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I can't believe this amazing recipe! This cinnamon coconut chips is perfect! Thanks a a bunch for sharing this! Love it!
I can snack on these coconut chips every day. So easy to make and flavorful!
The toasting gives them a whole deeper level of flavor. I love the cinnamon on the coconut chips too. What a delicious snack they were!
Looks so good! Can be a wonderful snack or a decoration. Thanks for sharing
Can't wait to make this simple snack! Great idea!
I would love to add these coconut chips into our trail mix. Coconut is so yummy and healthy!
That's a really good 👍
these sound really good! my husband loves cinnimon treats so we need to try this
wow! these look so amazing! I will have to try making these. Coconut chips would be so good on cereal or a fruit salad.
Oh my goodness I would eat these all day long, lol. They look so delish!
What a great snack idea. Love this. Can't wait to make!
This recipe is brilliant! I can't wait to try these on top of yogurt parfaits and oatmeal for breakfast!
I'm a snacker like your husband...a mindless snacker, which can be dangerous LOL! But I love the idea of these cinnamon coconut chips, because it's a healthier snack that you can eat without the guilt. I'm going to have to give this a try
these a just perfect for snacking on when you want something sweet, and also taste great on top of yogurt!
I am more of a work snacker like your husband. Your cinnamon coconut chips will be a much healthier option for me and my entire family.
How amazingly healthy is this recipe!! I'm a huge snacker too, as are my kids and I know they would be all over this as a snack!!
I love how healthy these are! I’ve also known coconut is healthy but I appreciate you explaining all the benefits!
How awesome to have a snack that doesn't weigh you down or add lots of bad fats to your diet! These toasted Cinnamon Coconut Chips look so goooooood!
What a great and healthy idea to use up cocount chips. I would love to give this recipe ago
What an amazing snack!! They would be great for after school and also after the sport workout kiddos will be doing now. We all love coconut and it's a good thing it's good for us too. The cinnamon touch sounds great.
That is an interesting recipe. I don't think I've tried eating something like this before but that looks delicious!
I love coconut chips too!!! But I just find it too tedious to make, although I haven’t really attempted at making one, haha.
Yum this looks like a delicious snack. I'm a big fan of both coconuts and cinnamon so this sounds perfect for me.
I'd love these over salad or cereal but even better on their own! I've never made my own but I can't wait to give it a try now!
I am definitely going to make these ASAP! I love coconut and this recipe looks delicious! -Sondra Barker @cuisineandtravel.com
I gave this recipe a rate of 5 stars. I love eating coconut so much and this is a winner recipe for me. I am going to try making this at home and I am sure my kids will also love this.
I've never made anything like this before. Looks like a yummy snack.
Yes I bought some coconut chips from walmart. I need to try your recipe, homemade is always best and cheap.
I have never had coconut chips and now I want to make some with my kids. I can actually sprinkle them on top of my yogurt in the morning.
I loved these when I bought these ready made, never knew they so easy to make. Definitely making it
These look amazing and incredibly satisfying! Not to mention it probably makes the house smell amazing, yum!
I loved this on top of my yogurt this morning! The combination of coconut and cinnamon are perfect together.
These beautiful, healthy coconut chips look amazing! I'd love to sprinkle some over my morning cereal, on oatmeal, and on top of vanilla ice cream. Yum. Yum!
Coconut chips has been my recent addiction. I made chili lime flavor and totally loved it. I can't wait to try this sweet version, cinnamon is my favorite flavor. Looks absolutely delicious!
The combo of cinnamon and coconut sounds so good! I love the idea for a little snack to nibble when you just want a little crunch!
Yum! This looks sooo healthy-licious. My son will love this. A perfect snack for him while watching TV or doing his homework.
Mmmh how yummy! I am definitley going to try these - love a snack you can make at home :)
Thanks for sharing!
xx, Theresa
Oh i love these!!! I buy them all the time from wholefoods, i had no idea that they can be done at home. I love it! Thanks for the recipe.
I love this recipe. I make something similar to yours, and it goes on hooraahhh
This recipe looks so good I want to give it a try. What a great dessert idea.
We had tons of coconuts here and we love everything about coconut, the coconut juice and the coconut fresh. It is so healthy and glad to pick up this recipe. It makes a good snack.
Love these! What a perfect snack that's healthy and sweet! I need to try this!
I love how easy these cinnamon coconut chips are to make. Perfect to mix into my morning oatmeal or sprinkle on top of brownies.
I love homemade snacks, they just feel healthier. This looks great
Yum! I am all in. I can't wait to try to make these. I love snacking on the Bare Coconut chips.
I love coconut recipes. I need to make these for sure!
Okay after reading this post I just realized you can actually store these for two months. Not that they would last that long at my house...
I am a big snacker too and these would be a perfect treat for me when I'm needing something sweet!
Ooh these look delicious. I need to make some of these for sure!!
Oh my goodness! These chips are so inviting! My whole family will love it!
Good thing it's so easy to buy coconut here, fresh or not. We love eating snacks too but not always the healthy choice. Love this idea!
This looks easy and will fit right into healthier options for my sweet tooth. I don't know if the kids will dig it but I know I will
Full of flavor and an amazing snack option any day. Looks awesome and crunchy.
Oh yum! These sound like a delicious and healthy snack. I'll definitely be trying these out!
I love coconut. This looks amazing and I would like to try them!
These look delicious. I'll have to give this recipe a try. I do love coconut!
I love all things coconut - so this is a must make recipe! I can't believe that making these coconut chips is so easy!
These sound great! I can have these on low carb too! They sound great as a snack or to use in baking.
These sound delicious and I love how easy they look to make. Great recipe - thanks!
Such an easy and delicious quick snack! Coconut and cinnamon are awesome together too! Can't wait to try this!
These look so good! I love coconut. Looking forward to trying them.
I love the idea of adding cinnamon to coconut chips! Two of the best flavors, YUMM!
I'm with you, I'm definitely a movie snacker! However, I also wouldn't mind snacking while I work! I love how healthy and easy this are!
These are so expensive in the store. I need to make these and need to buy the ingredients.