Trader Joe’s Kanom Krok Thai Coconut Pancakes
Why It Scored This Way
Very low nutritional value, heavy processing, or both make this product poorly aligned with a health-focused diet.
- Added Sugar
- Saturated Fat
- Protein
- Fiber
Verdict
Kanom Krok Thai Coconut Pancakes are a traditional-style sweet coconut snack. Its main strength is the rich flavor profile from coconut cream and taro, while its main tradeoff is the added sugar. Overall, it serves as a specialty dessert choice.
How to Use This
Best reserved for rare occasions within a balanced diet, in very controlled portions and not as a routine choice. Pair it with fresh sliced mango or a cup of hot tea for a traditional dessert platter.
Nutrition Overview
The nutrition panel shows a high concentration of saturated fat paired with very little protein or fiber. This results in a calorie-dense profile with minimal nutrient density.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 250 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 13g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 250mg | 11% |
| Total Carbs | 31g | 11% |
| Dietary Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Total Sugars | 8g | — |
| Added Sugars | 6g | 12% |
| Protein | 2g | — |
| Vitamin D | 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 150mg | 4% |
Ingredient Analysis
The base consists of coconut milk, rice flour, and cane sugar. The inclusion of modified tapioca starch and rice bran oil indicates a formulated composition designed for a specific texture and shelf stability.
Ingredients
COCONUT MILK (COCONUT CREAM, WATER), WATER, RICE FLOUR, CANE SUGAR, COCONUT, TARO, MODIFIED TAPIOCA STARCH, RICE BRAN OIL, SEA SALT, COCONUT SUGAR.
