I've got a recipe [for sweet potato oatmeal bars] that calls for
shredded coconut. I assume that means unsweetened.

I've got a bag and a half of sweetened that I would like to get rid
of.

If the recipe calls for 1 1/4 cups shredded coconut and 1 cup sugar--
how does using sweetened coconut and reducing the sugar by a Tbl or 2
sound?

There is a 1/2 cup of chocolate chips in the recipe, 1 1/3 cups sweet
potato puree-- and it uses coconut oil, so I don't want to overdo the
sweetness.

There shouldn't be any other difference in using sweetened vs shredded
coconut, is there?

This page starts with the recipe found in the same book-- then adds
hemp seed and almond milk-
http://www.sugarbeetsbakery.com/?p=1

Jim

On 2012-06-03, Jim Elbrecht > wrote:
> I've got a recipe [for sweet potato oatmeal bars] that calls for
> shredded coconut. I assume that means unsweetened.

I can't even imagine "unsweetened" coconut. It's sweet by its very
nature. Plus, with a cup of sugar, jes how is "sweetened" coconut
gonna derail yer oatmeal bars?

nb

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On Jun 3, 7:35*pm, Jim Elbrecht > wrote:
> I've got a recipe [for sweet potato oatmeal bars] that calls for
> shredded coconut. * * I assume that means unsweetened.
>
> I've got a bag and a half of sweetened that I would like to get rid
> of.
>
> If the recipe calls for 1 1/4 cups shredded coconut and 1 cup sugar--
> how does using sweetened coconut and reducing the sugar by a Tbl or 2
> sound?
>
> There is a 1/2 cup of chocolate chips in the recipe, 1 1/3 cups sweet
> potato puree-- and it uses coconut oil, so I don't want to overdo the
> sweetness.
>
> There shouldn't be any other difference in using sweetened vs shredded
> coconut, is there?
>
> This page starts with the recipe *found in the same book-- then adds
> hemp seed and almond milk-http://www.sugarbeetsbakery.com/?p=1
>
> Jim

my first batch, I wouldn't add any sugar. If they're not sweet
enough, you can adjust the next batch. And top the current batch with
honey or some such.

blotclot wrote:

> I can't even imagine "unsweetened" coconut. It's sweet by its very
> nature.

Not true, unless your tastebuds are wired funny.

George M. Middius wrote:
> blotclot wrote:
>
>> I can't even imagine "unsweetened" coconut. It's sweet by its very
>> nature.
>
> Not true, unless your tastebuds are wired funny.

Agreed.

On 3 Jun 2012 23:49:42 GMT, notbob > wrote:

>On 2012-06-03, Jim Elbrecht > wrote:
>> I've got a recipe [for sweet potato oatmeal bars] that calls for
>> shredded coconut. I assume that means unsweetened.
>
>I can't even imagine "unsweetened" coconut. It's sweet by its very
>nature. Plus, with a cup of sugar, jes how is "sweetened" coconut
>gonna derail yer oatmeal bars?
>

You've gotta get a bag of each. The sweetened stuff is *very*
sweet-- and stickier. It is the difference between a peanut and a
chocolate covered peanut.

The oatmeal bars are for fuel for my daughter who is going to a 4day
concert-- If they were for snacking, [especially for my son and I]
I'd not even worry about too sweet.


Jim

A Moose in Love > wrote:

>On Jun 3, 7:35*pm, Jim Elbrecht > wrote:
>> I've got a recipe [for sweet potato oatmeal bars] that calls for
>> shredded coconut. * * I assume that means unsweetened.
>>
>> I've got a bag and a half of sweetened that I would like to get rid
>> of.
>>
>> If the recipe calls for 1 1/4 cups shredded coconut and 1 cup sugar--
>> how does using sweetened coconut and reducing the sugar by a Tbl or 2
>> sound?
-snip-
>
>my first batch, I wouldn't add any sugar. If they're not sweet
>enough, you can adjust the next batch. And top the current batch with
>honey or some such.

I think I might just do that---- at least cut it much more drastically
than I intended.

It *is* always easier to add sweetness than take it away and I
planned on 2 batches anyway.

Thanks-
Jim

On 2012-06-04, Jim Elbrecht > wrote:

> You've gotta get a bag of each. The sweetened stuff is *very*
> sweet-- and stickier. It is the difference between a peanut and a
> chocolate covered peanut.

Hmmm.... I guess I've never run across sweetened coconut, but I'll
keep it in mind.

> The oatmeal bars are for fuel for my daughter who is going to a 4day
> concert--

Is she audience or performer? Hope she has a good time.

nb


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On 4 Jun 2012 12:29:16 GMT, notbob > wrote:

> On 2012-06-04, Jim Elbrecht > wrote:
>
> > You've gotta get a bag of each. The sweetened stuff is *very*
> > sweet-- and stickier. It is the difference between a peanut and a
> > chocolate covered peanut.
>
> Hmmm.... I guess I've never run across sweetened coconut, but I'll
> keep it in mind.
>

I guess it all depends of where you live/shop. I only see the
sweetened type on the shelf of the grocery store where I shop the
most. They used to have sweetened and unsweetened side by side, but
haven't since the remodel. I supposed they would stock it again if
they have it in the central warehouse and someone made a request. But
if someone else hasn't requested unsweetened before this, I'm probably
the only one who even cares.

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On Mon, 04 Jun 2012 11:01:18 -0700, sf > wrote:

>On 4 Jun 2012 12:29:16 GMT, notbob > wrote:
>
>> On 2012-06-04, Jim Elbrecht > wrote:
>>
>> > You've gotta get a bag of each. The sweetened stuff is *very*
>> > sweet-- and stickier. It is the difference between a peanut and a
>> > chocolate covered peanut.
>>
>> Hmmm.... I guess I've never run across sweetened coconut, but I'll
>> keep it in mind.
>>
>
>I guess it all depends of where you live/shop. I only see the
>sweetened type on the shelf of the grocery store where I shop the
>most. They used to have sweetened and unsweetened side by side, but
>haven't since the remodel. I supposed they would stock it again if
>they have it in the central warehouse and someone made a request. But
>if someone else hasn't requested unsweetened before this, I'm probably
>the only one who even cares.

Same here-- rarely see the unsweetened stuff.

BTW- I reduced the sugar by 1/2 & they turned out ok. Turns out
the recipe is a real good start for a vegan & gluten free snack. We'll
be adding a lot more fruit and nuts to it next time.

Jim

notbob > wrote:

>On 2012-06-04, Jim Elbrecht > wrote:
>
>> You've gotta get a bag of each. The sweetened stuff is *very*
>> sweet-- and stickier. It is the difference between a peanut and a
>> chocolate covered peanut.
>
>Hmmm.... I guess I've never run across sweetened coconut, but I'll
>keep it in mind.
>
>> The oatmeal bars are for fuel for my daughter who is going to a 4day
>> concert--
>
>Is she audience or performer? Hope she has a good time.
>

Audience-- She and 3 friends are off on a 7day adventure- NY [and
boston] to Manchester TN-
http://lineup.bonnaroo.com/

Jim

On Tue, 05 Jun 2012 07:03:12 -0400, Jim Elbrecht >
wrote:

>
> BTW- I reduced the sugar by 1/2 & they turned out ok.

Thanks, I'll try that next time.

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On Jun 3, 7:35*pm, Jim Elbrecht > wrote:
> I've got a recipe [for sweet potato oatmeal bars] that calls for
> shredded coconut. * * I assume that means unsweetened.
>
> I've got a bag and a half of sweetened that I would like to get rid
> of.
>
> If the recipe calls for 1 1/4 cups shredded coconut and 1 cup sugar--
> how does using sweetened coconut and reducing the sugar by a Tbl or 2
> sound?
>
> There is a 1/2 cup of chocolate chips in the recipe, 1 1/3 cups sweet
> potato puree-- and it uses coconut oil, so I don't want to overdo the
> sweetness.
>
> There shouldn't be any other difference in using sweetened vs shredded
> coconut, is there?
>
> This page starts with the recipe *found in the same book-- then adds
> hemp seed and almond milk-http://www.sugarbeetsbakery.com/?p=1
>
> Jim

I make a certain type of cookie that uses unsweetened coconut. I have
to hunt for it. Most packaged coconuts are sweetened. On the grocery
shelf I can always find several packages of shredded and sweetened.
There's always several packages of flaked and sweetened. I've only
seen one that says unsweetened shredded coconut.

On Tue, 5 Jun 2012 22:22:46 -0700 (PDT), "
> wrote:

> I make a certain type of cookie that uses unsweetened coconut. I have
> to hunt for it. Most packaged coconuts are sweetened. On the grocery
> shelf I can always find several packages of shredded and sweetened.
> There's always several packages of flaked and sweetened. I've only
> seen one that says unsweetened shredded coconut.

Thank you. I'm not crazy after all (okay, that's debatable).

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