No, desiccated coconut is not the same as toasted coconut. Desiccated coconut is finely grated and dried coconut meat commonly used in baking and cooking for its mild coconut flavor and chewy texture, and is usually not toasted. On the other hand, toasted coconut refers to shredded or flaked coconut that has been toasted to a golden-brown hue, resulting in a rich flavor and pleasant crunch. While both are coconut-based, they have distinct characteristics and uses in culinary applications.