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Baker's Angel Flake Sweetened Coconut
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Baker's Angel Flake Sweetened Coconut

Baker's
7 oz
Available at Foodtown
70
Calories
0g
Protein
5g
Sugars
45mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
13
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Baker's Angel Flake Sweetened Coconut is a small, heritage-branded baking staple sold in the baking aisle—typically shelved with other shredded and flaked coconuts, cake mixes, frostings, chocolate chips and decorative toppings. The 7 oz bag markets a classic, nostalgic kitchen role: a sweet, moist flake for macaroons, coconut bars, German chocolate cake or as a sprinkle-topped garnish for desserts and weekend brunch pastries. Packaging is an airtight plastic bag that promises freshness and is meant to be transferred to a container after opening. Label copy leans on trust and tradition—“Since 1780,” “Moist & delicious”—rather than modern wellness claims; there is no organic or non-GMO certification and the ingredient list clearly notes added sugar and preservatives. Visually it presents as a pantry-friendly baking ingredient rather than a kid-focused snack, though the suggestion to tint flakes or use them as a topping gives it playful, family-oriented uses. Sensory experience: soft, lightly moistened white flakes with a sweet coconut aroma, a slightly chewy texture straight from the bag and a toasty, crisp edge when lightly baked or toasted. In plain terms, the product is processed: coconut is sweetened and treated with humectants and sulfites to retain whiteness and moisture and is sold ready-to-use in a sealed bag. Rituals around it are domestic and seasonal—holiday baking, picnic desserts, or last-minute cake decorations—appealing to home bakers who value convenience and a familiar flavor profile.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2 tbsp
Servings per Container: 13
Calories70
% Daily Value*
Total Fat4.5g6%
Saturated Fat4g20%
Sodium45mg2%
Total Carbohydrate7g3%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars5g
Added Sugars5g10%
Protein0g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

COCONUT,, SUGAR,, WATER,, PROPYLENE, GLYCOL, (PRESERVES, FRESHNESS),, SALT,, SODIUM, METABISULFITE, (RETAINS, COCONUT, WHITENESS)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • PROPYLENE GLYCOL - Synthetic preservative
No Preservative

Dietary Labels

This product is vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains added sugar and industrial additives (propylene glycol, sodium metabisulfite) and is a packaged, ready-to-use bakery ingredient, fitting NOVA group 4 (ultra-processed).

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Common Questions about Baker's Angel Flake Sweetened Coconut

Defining 'healthy' can be a bit slippery, right? While this coconut does contain some added sugars, it’s also rich in flavor and can be a delightful addition to a balanced diet. Use it sparingly in recipes or as a topping, and it can definitely fit into a healthy lifestyle — just don't expect it to be a superfood!

Perfect For

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