Coconut oil

A tropical plant oil extracted from dried coconut flesh. Solid at room temperature (below ~76°F), liquid when warm. Unrefined (virgin) has a mild coconut flavor; refined is neutral-tasting.

Coconut oil

Used for

  • no-bake energy balls
  • baking
  • sautéing
  • chocolate coating
  • granola

In the kitchen

  • Melt.
  • Measure.
  • Coat.
  • Blend.

Picking it at the store

  • Use refined coconut oil when you don't want coconut flavor (most savory cooking); use unrefined for a hint of coconut.
  • Measure it melted for accurate volume in recipes; it solidifies in the jar but liquefies quickly when warmed.

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