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    Vegan Coconut Bacon

    Published: Oct 1, 2018 · Modified: Apr 2, 2023 by Kathy Carmichael · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    vegan coconut bacon

    Although I have made a lot of different types of vegan bacon, vegan coconut bacon is my all-time favorite. Not only is vegan coconut bacon easy to make, but the taste and texture are also clearly the closest taste to the real thing according to my family.

    Again, let me stress how simple it is. With four ingredients and 20 minutes, you have the perfect topping for potatoes, pizza, sandwiches, salads,  and mac and cheese.

    WHAT INGREDIENTS ARE NEEDED FOR VEGAN COCONUT BACON?

    First, you need to find the core ingredient, unsweetened coconut chips. If you have a Trader Joes in your area, or any Kroger Store (Frys on the west coast). Often, I order my coconut chips online, because sometimes I can only locate flakes, which do not work as well for this recipe. 

    coconut chips for vegan bacon

     

    NOTE: COCONUT CHIPS (BELOW) MAKE BETTER VEGAN COCONUT BACON

    THE FOUR INGREDIENTS TO MAKE MAGICAL VEGAN COCONUT BACON

    • Unsweetened coconut chips
    • Maple Syrup
    • Tamari or Soy Sauce
    • Liquid Smoke

    Not only is vegan coconut bacon easy to make, but it also keeps fresh for 7 days in the refrigerator and can be reheated in the microwave.

    WHAT DOES VEGAN COCONUT BACON GO WELL WITH?

    Vegan BLT Recipe

    VEGAN BLT

    For instance, vegan coconut bacon is the perfect bacon for a thick and delicious vegan BLT sandwich. 

    Another great way to use coconut bacon is inside a chickpea omelette. 

    chickpea omelette

    CHICKPEA OMELETTE

    And, one of my favorite ways to use bacon is in my Vegan Broccoli Salad with Coconut Bacon

    VEGAN BROCCOLI SALAD WITH COCONUT BACON

    OTHER WAYS TO USE VEGAN COCONUT BACON

    • Burger topping
    • Veggie Tofu Scramble
    • Twice Baked Potatoes
    • Vegan Potato Soup
    • Smashed Red Potato Recipe
    • Cauliflower Potato Soup
    • Potato Leek Soup
    • On top of a salad or soup
    • Inside a wrap with your favorite sandwich spread
    • Mixed in air-popped vegan popcorn

    My family LOVES coconut bacon; so will yours.

    📖 Recipe

    vegan coconut bacon

    Vegan Coconut Bacon

    Kathy Carmichael
    Crunchy, salty, and decadent, vegan coconut bacon is so delicious. Add it to your pizzas, sandwiches, soups, salads, or any dish you love. Savory goodness is so easy to make.
    4.41 from 5 votes
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    Prep Time 15 minutes mins
    Cook Time 20 minutes mins
    Total Time 35 minutes mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 12 servings
    Calories 63 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 cup unsweetened coconut chips
    • 3 Tablespoons Maple Syrup
    • 3 Tablespoons Tamari or Soy Sauce
    • 2 teaspoons Liquid Smoke

    Instructions
     

    30 MINUTES PRIOR TO COOKING

    • In an airtight container, add coconut and all other ingredients
    • Put the top on the container
    • Shake
    • Place in refrigerator for a minimum of 10 minutes, ideally 30 minutes, or overnight if planning ahead
    • Preheat oven to 350.
    • On a cookie sheet, cover with parchment paper
    • Remove coconut mixture from the refrigerator
    • Give it one last shake, and using the top drain any excess fluid
    • Place a single layer of marinated coconut on the cookie sheet
    • Use a spatula to spread a single layer, attempting to reduce a thick layer
    • Place in 350 degree oven for 10 minutes
    • Remove from oven; using a spatula, flip and move bacon around pan, still maintaining a single layer
    • Cook another ten minutes
    • Remove from oven and let cook completely.
    • Transfer to an airtight container

    Notes

    SUGGESTED USES
    • Pizza
    • Mac and cheese
    • Salads
    • Sandwiches
    • Soups
    • Stews
    • Baked Potatoes
    • Tofu Scramble
    • Quiche

    Nutrition

    Calories: 63kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.2gSodium: 256mgPotassium: 59mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 0.3mg
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    Kathy Carmichael

    Hi! My name is Kathy, I am a retired high school English teacher & vegan enthusiast and blogger. My entire blog is fully plant-based vegan. I truly believe what we eat & how we live determines our health & the preservation of our planet! 🙂

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    1. Ann

      July 31, 2022 at 5:27 am

      Kathy, I would like to try this. I bought coconut, but I'm confused. Your recipe says,
      Place in 350 degree oven for 10 minutes
      Remove from oven; using a spatula, flip and move bacon around pan, still maintaining a single layer
      Cook another ten minutes. Thanks. The German Potato Salad will be my first try of your recipes Thank you.
      .

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      • Kathy Carmichael

        July 31, 2022 at 7:15 am

        Hi Ann, yes. Flip it over and shake the pan so it's a single layer. You need to watch it though; it cooks fast.

        Reply
    2. Rhonda G

      July 10, 2022 at 4:48 am

      I just tried this too. First 10 minutes was ok (slightly burnt in a few areas around edges); however the second 10 minutes was a disaster for me (especially because I walked away) after 9 minutes I noticed a burning smell…assuming it was liquid smoke; but no about 99% was burnt. Granted the coconut chips I had were somewhat crushed but still I had maybe 8 good size chipped coconut pieces. That was a bummer though. Not so sure that the second 10 minutes is necessary. Kathy your thoughts?

      Reply
      • Kathy Carmichael

        July 10, 2022 at 1:27 pm

        Rhonda, I think you misread the directions, or I wasn't clear. The first 10 minutes is for marinating the ingredients together (I prefer overnight, but 10 minutes minimum), then it cooks for 10 minutes.

        Reply
    3. AngelaKin

      September 25, 2021 at 3:51 am

      Hey This is amazing!! I found its interesting. Thank you for sharing it!

      Reply
      • Kathy Carmichael

        September 25, 2021 at 7:17 am

        Hi Angela, thanks so much for contacting me. I'm so glad you liked it. I love coconut bacon. What did you eat it with?

        Reply
        • AngelaKin

          February 08, 2022 at 4:47 am

          I used it as a meal topper!!

          Reply
          • Kathy Carmichael

            February 08, 2022 at 11:52 am

            Hi Angela, great idea. I use it as a topper on everything. I'm so glad you liked it.

            Reply
    4. Loni Gofran

      April 23, 2021 at 11:22 pm

      3 stars
      I tried this, but by the time my coconut had been in the oven for less than 10 minutes on the first side, it was burnt except some in the middle! I still hold out hope that next time will go better. I couldn't find chips and used flakes, which were a little smaller, but they clumped together a bit.

      Reply
    5. Susan

      April 27, 2020 at 7:45 am

      4 stars
      Hey hello I’ve just found this page recipe looks wonderful not sue where to find bacon coconut thank you

      Reply
    6. Margie

      February 10, 2020 at 1:34 am

      Can I substitute the liquid smoke? my family is not fond of anything smokey

      Reply
      • Kathy Carmichael

        February 10, 2020 at 6:36 am

        Hi Margis, Of course, you can. I would just leave it out, or add some black pepper. My husband likes when I add a little Sriracha because he likes it a little spicy too.

        Reply
      • Kathy Carmichael

        February 10, 2020 at 6:36 am

        Hi Margis, Of course, you can. I would just leave it out, or add some black pepper. My husband likes it when I add a little Sriracha because he likes it a little spicy too.

        Reply
    7. Von

      October 03, 2018 at 5:47 pm

      I struggled to find chips. So i will attempt with whole toated flakes.
      Maybe just spray the marinade over it and see..

      Reply
      • Kathy Carmichael

        October 23, 2018 at 5:29 pm

        Did flakes work?

        Reply

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