Is there a difference between coconut oil and coconut butter?

There is definitely a difference between the two. Think peanut butter vs. peanut oil. One is thick and smooth, while the other is liquid at room temperature. Coconut butter includes the meat of the coconut, while coconut oil does not.

Tastes Amazing!

Coconut butter is:

Unsweetened Wholesome Creamy Rich Super coconutty Delicious

Recipe: Coconut Butter Granola

INGREDIENTS

2 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats, 1 cup sliced almonds, mine were Trader Joe’s honey roasted!, 1 cup unsweetened flaked coconut, 1/2 cup ground flaxseed, 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, 1/2 cup honey, 1/3 cup coconut butter, 2 tablespoons coconut oil, measured solid, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.
2. Combine oats, almonds, coconut, flaxseed and salt. Heat a small saucepan over low heat and add all remaining ingredients. Remove from heat and pour over the oat mixture, stirring till combined. Spread evenly on the baking sheet in one layer. Bake for 15 minutes, toss and then bake for 15 minutes more. Stirring every 3 minutes or so until the mixture is golden.
3. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool for about an hour. After the hour the granola should be hardened – this is when you can break it into clumps and pieces. Store in an airtight container – this stays good for a week or two!