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Home / Recipes / Breakfast / Coconut Vegan Bacon (Paleo, Whole30)

Coconut Vegan Bacon (Paleo, Whole30)

Published November 29, 2017. Last updated November 2, 2019 by Samantha Rowland

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You are going to love this coconut vegan bacon! Not only is is so easy to make but it is an awesome savory alternative to bacon that you can enjoy anytime! This coconut vegan bacon is also paleo and can be Whole30 approved as well!

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Why you’ll love Coconut Vegan Bacon

I was vegetarian for almost 10 years! I started out more of a carb-atarian, where I would pretty much only eat my weight in pasta, pizza and cereal! Eventually, I started incorporating vegetables into my diet as well! I slowly started learning about the importance of protein and started eating the “meat replacements” including a fake meat bacon that I enjoyed so much.

As I continued my journey learning about food and eating less processed foods, I cut out those fake meat replacements and started to find ways to make my own version of the flavors I missed! I grew to love my black bean burgers and quinoa meatballs, but couldn’t quite figure out how to get that flavor of bacon that I missed so much! So I stalked the internet and found out that people were making temph bacon and it looked so promising. But I hated it and it hated me back (upset stomach) so I used the same seasonings and started making this instead!

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What do you need to make Vegan Coconut Bacon at home?

  • Coconut Aminos (or soy sauce)
  • Maple syrup
  • Garlic powder
  • Ground Cumin
  • Smoked Salt
  • Large coconut flakes

Coconut vegan bacon piled high in a bowl

How to make coconut bacon without liquid smoke:

You will notice I don’t use any liquid smoke because it’s not my favorite, so instead, I use smoked sea salt!  Have you tried it before? The smoked sea salt adds that same smoky flavor as liquid smoke but it’s not as over-powering. It’s also easier to use just a small pinch so you can control the flavor more.

However, if you like liquid smoke and don’t want to go out and buy smoked sea salt, you can use 1 1/2 tsp. of liquid smoke in place of the smoked sea salt!

Coconut vegan bacon piled high in a bowl

What kind of coconut do you need to make Coconut Vegan Bacon?

This recipe uses both the large coconut flakes as well as the finely shredded coconut flakes. Be sure you only but unsweetened coconut flakes for this! You can but both at Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods or get them on Amazon or Vitacost. I always have a few bags in the pantry so I can make bacon anytime! And after you try this recipe, you will too!

Coconut vegan bacon piled high in a bowl

I have put this coconut bacon on literally everything because it is such a great topping. If you have the chance I highly recommend trying it on breakfast hash, veggie burgers or even pizza.

If you love this vegan breakfast recipe, you should try:

  • Vegan Coconut Oatmeal Bars
  • Sweet Potato Donuts
  • Sweet Potato and apple hash
  • Quinoa Breakfast Bowl
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This vegan coconut bacon is an awesome crispy substitute for bacon that is so easy to make! Vegan, paleo and whole30 approved! #vegan #breakfast #paleo #bacon

Coconut Vegan Bacon

This coconut vegan bacon is an awesome crispy substitute for bacon that is so easy to make! Vegan, paleo and whole30 approved! 
5 from 1 vote
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Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Servings: 10 people
Author: Samantha Rowland

Ingredients

  • 2 tbs coconut aminos
  • 1 tbs maple syrup - omit for Whole30
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp smoked sea salt
  • 1 cup finely shred coconut flakes
  • 2 cups large coconut flakes

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350F
  • In a large bowl combine the coconut aminos, maple syrup, garlic powder, cumin and smoked sea salt. Stir well. 
  • Add the large coconut flakes and finely shredded coconut flakes and stir until fully coated.
  • Add to the oven and bake for 18 minutes. Remove and stir. 
  • Put the coconut bacon back in the oven for 7 minutes. 
  • Allow to cool completely and enjoy. 

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Nutrition Information

Nutrition Facts
Amount per Serving
Calories
178
Fat
 
16
g
Carbohydrates
 
8
g
Fiber
 
4
g
Sugar
 
3
g
Protein
 
1
g
Where does nutrition info come from? Nutrition facts are provided as a courtesy, sourced from the USDA Food Database.
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  1. Victoria

    July 26, 2018 at 2:48 pm

    I do not see an oven temperature listed. Other recipes range from 325-350 degrees but also have different bake times. What temperature do you recommend? I can’t eat soy so I appreciate finding your recipe with coconut aminos!

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    • Sam

      July 26, 2018 at 5:07 pm

      I’m so sorry about that – 350F! make sure to stick around by the end since every oven is different!

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  2. Maria H.

    March 16, 2018 at 11:23 am

    5 stars
    This is exactly what I was looking for! YUM!

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