Quick and Easy Toasted Coconut Syrup Recipe

Instantly Bring the Tropical Vibes with This Toasted Coconut Syrup

This toasted coconut syrup is rich, nutty, and bursting with warm coconut flavor. It’s the perfect way to elevate your coffee, cocktails, mocktails, and even smoothies or pancakes this summer. Whether you’re hosting a backyard brunch or just making a fancy iced coffee at home, this syrup brings major island energy.

Made with toasted coconut, brown and white sugar, and water, this homemade coconut syrup is simmered until thick and rich, then finished with a splash of vanilla and a pinch of salt to round it out.

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Why You’ll Love This Toasted Coconut Syrup

• It’s absolutely delicious. Rich, nutty, and just sweet enough, this syrup delivers deep toasted coconut flavor that instantly upgrades your drinks.
• So easy to make. If you can stir sugar into water, you can make this. It’s the kind of recipe that gives you the confidence to start experimenting with your own flavor infusions.
• Takes your drinks to the next level. From coconut matcha lattes to rum punch or piña coladas, this syrup adds that “what’s in this?!” vibe every time. It’s like a mini tropical getaway in a glass.

How to make Toasted Coconut Syrup?

There are a few ways to toast your coconut:

• In the oven (check on it frequently to prevent burning)
• In the air fryer
• Or on the stovetop, which is my favorite method

1. I toasted mine in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently until the shredded coconut turned golden brown—about 5–7 minutes.
2. Then, I added water to deglaze the pan and stirred in both brown and granulated sugar. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Let it simmer until the sugars dissolve and the syrup thickens slightly, stirring occasionally.
3. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla bean paste (or extract) and a pinch of salt. Let it cool.
4. Once cooled, strain the syrup into a mason jar or dispenser bottle. Don’t forget to press the coconut to squeeze out every drop of flavor!

Ingredients for Toasted Coconut Syrup

Just a few pantry staples to whip up this easy toasted coconut simple syrup:

• Shredded coconut flakes – I like using sweetened flakes for deeper caramelization.
• Granulated sugar + Brown sugar – The combo adds depth.
• Vanilla – Vanilla bean paste or extract works great.
• Salt – Just a pinch for balance.
• Water

Ways to Use Toasted Coconut Syrup?

This syrup is super versatile—here are a few of my favorite ways to use it, especially in the summertime:

• Coconut iced coffee or cold brew
• Homemade matcha lattes
• Summer cocktails like mojitos or piña coladas
• Tropical mocktails
• Smoothies with pineapple or mango
• Pancakes or French toast
• Over vanilla ice cream with crushed pineapple

Hosting tip: Set up a DIY coffee or cocktail bar at your next brunch or backyard get-together and let guests drizzle this syrup into their drinks for a fun tropical twist!

More Recipes To Try

• Easy Homemade Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe
• Pumpkin Spice Syrup
• Spring Cocktails: Grilled Pineapple Miso Margarita

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