Nutiva - Organic Coconut Sugar - 1 lb.
Nutiva Coconut Sugar - 1 lb. (454g)Nutiva Coconut Sugar is made from fresh coconut tree sap, collected from the cut flower buds. The sap is heated to evaporate moisture, resulting in the crystal or granular form of sugar. Nutiva Coconut Sugar contains a subtly sweet taste similar to brown sugar with a hint of caramel. Unrefined and unprocessed, it is considered to be healthier than other refined and chemical sweetener options. Coconut sugar is highly nutritious; a rich source of potassium, magnesium, zinc, iron, and B vitamins. It is also one of the lowest glycemic index sweeteners on the market, with a glycemic index of 35, in comparison to cane sugar, which has an index of 68.Nutiva Questions & Answers How do I use Coconut Manna?Coconut Manna is great to use in various recipes as a replacement for milk, cream, yogurt or butter. It's delicious on top of or mixed into rice, oatmeal, cereals, and smoothies. Some folks love it spread on toast or crackers (for a strong "coconut-ty" flavor.) You may notice some oil has separated to the top of your jar or bag during shipping. Simply warm all the way through, then stir the oil back in. Or, spoon the oil from the top and use for cooking! It's your choice. They generally recommend stirring the oil back into the Coconut Manna. NOTE: In colder climates, and during the cooler months, your Coconut Manna will tend to harden. You can use a spoon to "chip" pieces of it and then serve, or you can place the jar in hot (but not boiling) water for a few moments. Be sure not to burn the Manna. How does a person dispense the bulk 5 lb. Coconut Manna?The 5lb bulk bag of Nutiva Coconut Manna is primarily intended as a food service item. Its main use will be in restaurants and smoothie bars and in food service applications. This unit is not intended for the home user unless they have a strong food preparation background. The product needs to be melted in its entirety, blended, then poured into smaller containers.