You may have noticed, I love all things coconut! But not all products made from coconut are the same. Below you’ll find my coconut product guide for the coconut newbies out there.
The Coconut Mama’s Coconut Product Guide
Don’t know the difference between coconut oil and coconut butter? This coconut product guide will help you sort through all the products on the market today.
Best coconut products
We have separate guides for each individual coconut product, which you can see by following the links in the table below:
| Coconut product | Best brands to buy (click link) |
| Coconut oil | Best coconut oil |
| Coconut butter | Best coconut butter |
| Coconut water | Best coconut water |
| Coconut milk | Best coconut milk |
| Coconut flour | Best coconut flour |
| Coconut cream | Best coconut cream |
| Coconut aminos | Best coconut aminos |
| Coconut nectar | Best coconut nectar |
| Coconut sugar | Best coconut sugar |
| Shredded coconut | Best shredded coconut |
| Coconut flakes | Best coconut flakes |
| Coconut yogurt | Best coconut yogurt |
| Coconut ice cream | Best coconut ice cream |
Types of coconut products
Coconut Oil
A staple at my house! Coconut oil is extracted from the inner meat of a coconut, and has about a million and a half uses. Use it to restore your skin, as part of an oil pulling routine, and as a healthy fat in most recipes. Coconut oil supports a healthy metabolism, so dunk a little in your coffee if you feel like it!
Coconut Butter
Ready for a little sweetness? Coconut butter definitely delivers. It’s super easy to make it yourself, because it’s just shredded coconut processed for a certain amount of time. It’s an incredibly good source of healthy fats. Use it in your sweet recipes, and pass a little along to your baby!
Coconut Water
This is a favorite for a lot of people, including Jane Lynch! Coconut water is the delicious drink made from harvesting very young coconuts. It has very low sugar and helps restore the body from exercise or stress. Drink it plain, or make delicious coconut water kefir for a refreshing summer drink.
Coconut Milk
When a coconut is ground up, a delicious liquid come. That’s coconut milk! It’s filled with healthy fats and is an extremely healthy alternative to cow milk. Use it to make rich, healthy drinks and alternatives to treats typically made with dairy.
Coconut Flour
Coconut flour is a loose flour made by processing the meat of a coconut. For the gluten-free folks out there, this is the flour to cook with. It’s a great addition to any recipe, and contains much more fiber than regular wheat flour.
Coconut Cream
Coconut can be sweet or savory, and coconut cream definitely falls in the middle. The “froth” of coconut milk, this delicious ingredient is full of healthy fats. Use it as part of your next dip to add body and texture without going overly sweet!
Coconut Aminos
Love soy sauce but need an alternative? Looking to eliminate grain from your diet? Coconut aminos are here to help! They bring all the savory goodness of soy sauce but contain none of the unhealthy grains. They’re also stocked with healthy aminos.
Coconut Nectar
The nectar of a coconut can be very sweet, which makes it a perfect substitute for refined sugar or honey in various types of recipes. It’s a key part of my favorite chocolate spread, personally. It’s also 100% vegan and gluten-free, with healthy doses of magnesium and zinc. More goodness all around!
Coconut Sugar
Coconut nectar, taken to the next level. Coconut sugar has the rich sweetness of coconut nectar, but is dehydrated and crystallized in a way so as to better mimic sugar. This is a much healthier sweetener for those with diabetes, or can only process sweeteners with a low glycemic index. It can also be infused with various flavors.
Shredded Coconut
This sweet addition ads a delicious coconut taste to both sweet and savory dishes. While you have to make sure to buy organic to avoid excess sugar, shredded coconut is loaded with healthy fiber. Sprinkle on ice cream, or mix it into a wholesome curry.
Coconut flakes
Coconut flakes are just grated, dried pieces of coconut meat. I love using them to add a tropical twist to my oatmeal, yogurt, and baking. They’re also perfect for adding crunch to curries, salads, and smoothie bowls. Plus, they’re packed with healthy fats and fiber!
Coconut Yogurt
Coconut yogurt is a creamy, dairy-free alternative made from coconut milk. You can also make your own raw coconut yogurt using fresh coconuts or coconut milk!
Coconut Ice Cream
Coconut ice cream is insanely delicious, creamy, and easy to make! Although it’s a slightly healthier, dairy-free alternative to regular ice cream, it’s still high in calories and sugar, so it’s definitely more of an occasional treat.
What’s your favorite coconut product? What do you use it for? Tell us in the comments!
This article was originally written on November 1, 2028 and has recently been updated.
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