How Much Protein Is In Creamed Desiccated Coconut?

FoodData Central Updated 6 April 2026

Dried coconut meat ground into a solid block, sold as creamed coconut for curries and sweets. Mostly fat by weight.

Protein per 1 oz (28g)

1.5

g

% Daily Value

3%

Complete Nutrition Facts for Creamed Desiccated Coconut

Per 1 oz (28g)

sugar

Essential Amino Acids in Creamed Desiccated Coconut

Per 1 oz (28g)

Incomplete protein

Limiting amino acid: Lysine.

34mg

Histidine

58mg

Isoleucine

110mg

Leucine

66mg

Lysine

28mg

Methionine

75mg

Phenylalanine

54mg

Threonine

17mg

Tryptophan

90mg

Valine

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About Protein in Creamed Desiccated Coconut

A serving of Creamed Desiccated Coconut (28g) contains 1.5g of protein, which is 3% of the recommended daily value based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Protein is essential for building and repairing tissues, making enzymes and hormones, and supporting immune function. When planning your meals, consider that creamed desiccated coconut is a low source of protein compared to other nuts & seeds.

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Source: USDA FoodData Central | FDC ID: 168585 | Last updated: 2026-04-06

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