Coconut Bacon

🥘 Ingredients

• coconut chips 4 cups
• olive oil 2 Tbsp
• chipotle powder 2 tsp
• salt 1 ¼ tsp
• maple syrup ¾ cup

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 250°F.
2. 2

   In a wide, heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat, add the coconut chips , olive oil , chipotle powder , and salt . Toast for 10 minutes , stirring continuously so the chips do not burn.
3. 3

   When the coconut chips area dark golden color, stir in the maple syrup and continue cooking until the chips are well coated, another 2 minutes .
4. 4

   Transfer the coconut chips to an oiled baking sheet and toast them in the oven until they are crispy, 10 to 12 minutes .
5. 5

   Check every 3 to 4 minutes and turn the chips over to make sure they cook evenly.
6. 6

   When the coconut chips are dry and crisp, remove them from the oven and allow them to cool completely.
7. 7

   The coconut bacon can be stored in an airtight container or glass jar for up to 1 month outside of the refrigerator.