[1] It’s easy to color coconut to make desserts more fun (photo © McCormick).

[2] Shredded coconut from Gourmet Food World (photo © Gourmet Food World).

It’s easy to tint coconut for Easter cakes/cupcakes or any other holiday, using food coloring.
 
 
HOW TO COLOR SHREDDED COCONUT
 
Ingredients

 
Preparation

1. PLACE the shredded or flaked coconut in a large resealable plastic bag.

2. SQUEEZE the food color into the coconut: 5 to 6 drops per 1 cup of coconut.

3. SHAKE until the color is evenly distributed.

4. DRY and store if not using immediately. Spread the coconut in a shallow pan to dry, and store the coconut in an airtight container.
 
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MORE USES FOR SHREDDED COCONUT

You can use the tinted coconut in other dishes as well, like ice cream, pudding and yogurt.

One if our favorite uses is in a spring or Easter salad.