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Coconut Flour

Cocos nucifera Allergens: Tree Nuts
Coconut Flour

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Arecaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Global
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Coconut

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Coconut Flour ?

A gluten-free flour made from dried, defatted coconut meat, known for its high fiber content and absorbency.

"The tropical, absorbent marvel that redefines gluten-free baking with its unique texture and subtle sweetness."

Quel goût a le/la/l'Coconut Flour ?

Mildly coconut, slightly sweet

Taste
Mildly sweet, coconutty, slightly nutty
Texture
Fine powder, very absorbent, can be gritty
Aroma
Distinct coconut
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Absorbency Rate

Absorbs 3-4x its weight in liquid

Fiber Content

10g per 1/4 cup

Protein Content

4g per 1/4 cup

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 1/4 cup (28g)
Calories430 kcal
Total Fat14 g
Saturated Fat12 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein18 g
Total Carbohydrate60 g
Dietary Fiber40 g
Total Sugars20 g
Calcium50 mg
Iron4 mg
Potassium600 mg

Le secret du chef

Due to its high absorbency, coconut flour typically replaces only 1/4 to 1/3 of wheat flour in recipes, and requires increased liquid.

Substituts & Proportions pour Coconut Flour

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Coconut Flour est Almond Flour, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:4. Best gluten-free baking alternative, but requires significantly less quantity.

Substituts pour Coconut Flour avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Almond Flour Meilleur 1:4 Best gluten-free baking alternative, but requires significantly less quantity.
Tapioca Flour 1:2 Good for thickening and adding chewiness, but lacks fiber and protein.
Oat Flour 1:3 Gluten-free (certified), high fiber, but different texture and flavor.
Cassava Flour 1:1 Good for grain-free baking, less absorbent, different texture profile.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Coconut Flour

  1. Choose organic, unsweetened coconut flour.
  2. Store in an airtight container to prevent moisture absorption.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Coconut Flour ?

  • Baked goods
  • smoothies
  • gravies
  • thickeners
  • breading

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Coconut Flour ?

Mildly coconut, slightly sweet Distinct coconut

Quel est un bon substitut pour Coconut Flour ?

Le meilleur substitut est Almond Flour (1:4). Best gluten-free baking alternative, but requires significantly less quantity.

Comment choisir et conserver le Coconut Flour ?

Choose organic, unsweetened coconut flour. Store in an airtight container to prevent moisture absorption.

Ingrédients Flour associés

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