
Baker's Angel Flake Sweetened Coconut
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
Ingredients
COCONUT,, SUGAR,, WATER,, PROPYLENE, GLYCOL, (PRESERVES, FRESHNESS),, SALT,, SODIUM, METABISULFITE, (RETAINS, COCONUT, WHITENESS)..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •PROPYLENE GLYCOL - Synthetic preservative
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
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!
