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Coconut flavoring is a food additive, usually synthetic or natural, with negligible nutritional value.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 teaspoon (medium) of Coconut aroma (5 g) has 13 calories. That works out to 250 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.1 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 teaspoon (medium) · 5 g
13
KCAL / 5G
Carbs
3.1g
· 1% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 13 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.05 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.1 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 teaspoon (medium) | 5 g | 13 kcal |
| 1 pack (mini) | 10 g | 25 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 38 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 30 g | 75 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 50 g | 125 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 60 g | 150 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 250 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 200 g | 500 kcal |
Calculated from 250 calories per 100 g.
Coconut aroma is a concentrated flavoring added to foods and drinks. It may be made with natural flavor compounds, synthetic ones, or a combination; commercial versions are generally ultra-processed and contribute little nutritional value.
Add coconut aroma to cake batter, cookie dough, or a dessert mixture, following the product’s directions. Since products vary in strength, begin with a small amount, mix thoroughly, and taste before adding more.
No, not necessarily. Coconut extract usually refers to flavor compounds extracted from coconut, while coconut aroma can also be made with synthetic flavorings or a blend. Their ingredients and strength vary by product.
Use the amount recommended for that specific coconut aroma, because concentrations differ between products. If the recipe gives no guidance, start with a very small amount, taste the mixture, and add more gradually rather than pouring it in freely.
Yes, coconut aroma can be added to coffee for a coconut-like taste. Start with a little because it can be strong, and stir well; it adds flavor but does not make coffee creamy like coconut milk.
No, coconut aroma cannot replace coconut milk. It adds scent and flavor but does not provide the liquid, fat, or creamy texture that coconut milk contributes to a curry, drink, or dessert.
It can. Prolonged cooking or high heat may weaken coconut aroma, so follow the product’s instructions and consider adding it near the end of cooking when the recipe allows.
Yes, coconut aroma works in frosting, icing, and other cold desserts. Mix in a small amount at a time and taste as you go, since a strong flavor can easily overpower the sweetness and other ingredients.
Coconut aroma can be natural, artificial, or a blend of both. The name alone does not identify how a particular product was made, and different versions may have noticeably different flavor strengths.
Keep coconut aroma tightly closed and away from heat and direct sunlight to help preserve its flavor. Avoid leaving the cap off, and discard it if its smell, appearance, or consistency has noticeably changed.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B3
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Sodium
0.05mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0.05mg · 0% DV
Calcium
0mg · 0% DV
Iron
0mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 13 calories in 1 teaspoon (medium) (5 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Coconut aroma is a flavouring added to foods and drinks to give them a coconut-like scent and taste. It may be made from natural sources or produced synthetically; it is a flavouring ingredient rather than coconut itself, and is not usually eaten on its own.
It can be stirred into cakes, biscuits, puddings, drinks or smoothies, whether you are baking at home or adapting a recipe elsewhere. Its nutritional contribution is negligible, so it is used for flavour rather than nourishment. Start with a small amount—a typical serving is about 5 g—and add more only if needed; it pairs well with chocolate, vanilla and creamy desserts.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 4
Ultra-Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.