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Honey-sweetened coconut; a source of energy and fiber.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (medium) of Honey coconut (15 g) has 74 calories. That works out to 492 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.5 g of carbs, 0.5 g of protein, 4.9 g of fat and 1.2 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Manganese covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 15 g
74
KCAL / 15G
Carbs
7.5g
· 3% DV
Protein
0.5g
· 1% DV
Fat
4.9g
· 6% DV
Fiber
1.2g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 39% · Protein 3% · Fat 58%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 74 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.9 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 4.26 g | 21% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1.65 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7.5 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% |
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1% |
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 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 74 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 25 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (quarter) | 20 g | 98 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 123 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 30 g | 148 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 148 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 40 g | 197 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 45 g | 221 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 492 kcal |
Calculated from 492 calories per 100 g.
Honey coconut is coconut flakes, shreds, or pieces combined with honey. Packaged versions may be dried or toasted after mixing, so their texture and any additional ingredients can vary by product.
Honey coconut provides fiber, but the added honey makes it a sweet, energy-dense food. Treat it as a topping or occasional snack rather than assuming it is a low-sugar substitute for plain coconut.
To make honey coconut, stir honey through shredded or flaked coconut until evenly coated. You can gently warm or dry the mixture to make it less sticky; commercial products are typically further processed for their texture and shelf life.
Use honey coconut as a topping for yogurt, oatmeal, fruit, or desserts, or mix it into baking recipes. Because it already adds sweetness, reduce other sweeteners in the recipe to keep the finished dish from becoming overly sweet.
Usually, honey coconut does not need refrigeration if it is kept dry and sealed. Follow the package directions for a store-bought product; refrigerating a homemade batch may help keep it fresh, but protect it from moisture and odors.
Yes, honey coconut contains sugars from the honey, even though the sweetener is natural. The amount varies with the recipe or product, so check its ingredient list if you need to monitor sugar intake.
Yes, you can freeze honey coconut in an airtight container to protect it from moisture and freezer odors. Its texture may become softer or stickier after thawing, so it may work best as an ingredient or dessert topping.
How long honey coconut lasts after opening depends on its preparation and packaging. Keep it tightly sealed in a cool, dry place and follow the package date; discard it if you notice mold, dampness, or an off smell.
Honey coconut has honey mixed in, making it sweeter and often stickier than plain dried coconut. Plain dried coconut has no honey added, so it is less sweet and gives you more control over the sweetness of a recipe.
Yes, honey coconut can raise blood sugar because honey contributes sugars and carbohydrates. If you have diabetes, account for the serving in your meal plan and ask your clinician or dietitian for advice tailored to you.
Vitamins
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
Biotin
0.18µg · 1% DV
B5
0.03mg · 1% DV
Folate
1.95µg · 0% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.18mg · 8% DV
Copper
0.04mg · 4% DV
Selenium
1.53µg · 3% DV
Phosphorus
15mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
48mg · 1% DV
Sodium
1.65mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 74 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (15 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.
Honey coconut combines shredded or finely chopped coconut with honey for a simple sweet snack. It is not tied to one standard recipe, so the pieces may be loose or clumped together, and the balance of coconut and sweetness varies. The coconut brings a rich, chewy texture and a distinct aroma, while honey rounds it out with sweetness.
It can be eaten by the spoonful, served with tea or coffee, or sprinkled over porridge, yoghurt and desserts. In places where sweetened coconut is familiar, it also works as a quick topping or a small bite between meals. It is energy-dense and provides fibre: 100 g contains 8.1 g of fibre. A modest spoonful goes well with plain yoghurt or fruit when you want a less sweet pairing.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
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 3
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not 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
4.26g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.1g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.