Coconut Crisps

Coconut Crisps
15 min.
16
24kcal

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Are you looking for a delightful and quick dessert that will dazzle your guests? Look no further than these irresistible Coconut Crisps! With just 15 minutes of preparation, you can create a delicious treat that’s both light and satisfying. Imagine the perfect contrast of textures: a crisp outer layer with a subtle hint of buttery flavor, enveloping the sweet and chewy essence of coconut. Each crispy triangle is a bite-sized indulgence, making them ideal for snacking or serving at gatherings.

The elegance of phyllo pastry adds a gourmet touch to this simple dessert, allowing you to impress even the most discerning palates. Plus, with only 24 calories per crisp, you can indulge without the guilt, treating yourself and your friends to a delightful experience that feels indulgent yet light. The minimal ingredients combined with an effortless preparation method means you’ll be able to whip these up on a whim – perfect for unexpected guests or a sweet craving after dinner.

So, gather around your kitchen, fire up the oven, and let’s create these divine Coconut Crisps that are sure to leave a lasting impression. They’re not just a dessert; they’re a celebration of flavor and texture. Join in the fun and treat yourself to a taste of paradise!

Ingredients

  • sheets athens phyllo shells frozen with 2 overlapping pieces of plastic wrap and then a damp kitchen towel thawed (17- by )
  • teaspoons sugar 
  • 0.3 cup coconut sweetened flaked
  • tablespoon butter unsalted melted
  • tablespoon vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Stir together butter and oil. Arrange 1 phyllo sheet on a work surface with a long side of phyllo nearest you, keeping remaining sheet covered.
  3. Brush with some butter mixture and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon sugar. Top with remaining sheet of phyllo, then brush with remaining butter mixture and sprinkle with remaining teaspoon sugar.
  4. Cut phyllo in half crosswise and stack.
  5. Cut stack into quarters and cut each quarter diagonally twice (in an X) to form 4 triangles (for a total of 16 triangles).
  6. Arrange triangles, spaced evenly, on 2 ungreased baking sheets and sprinkle with coconut.
  7. Bake in middle and lower third of oven, switching position of sheets halfway through baking, until golden and crisp, 5 to 6 minutes total.
  8. Each (2-crisp) serving contains about 68 calories and 4 grams fat.
  9. Gourmet

Nutrition Facts

Calories24kcal
Protein1.29%
Fat74.88%
Carbs23.83%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4.38
Glycemic Load
0.35
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
0.26260869545133%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:24.22kcal
1.21%
Fat:2.07g
3.19%
Saturated Fat:1.05g
6.54%
Carbohydrates:1.49g
0.5%
Net Carbohydrates:1.31g
0.48%
Sugar:1.15g
1.28%
Cholesterol:1.88mg
0.63%
Sodium:5.41mg
0.24%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.08g
0.16%
Vitamin K:1.62µg
1.55%
Source:Epicurious