1/2cuptoasted coconut plus 4 Tablespoons - toasted
Instructions
Preheat oven to a low broil. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper. Spread the coconut flakes on to the cookie sheet.
Low broil the coconut flakes for 2-3 minutes or until they begin to brown. If your flakes are a bit dried out, they may brown faster. Set aside to cool.
In a large mixing bowl, add the cream cheese, Cool Whip, powdered sugar, caramel sauce and coconut extract. Stir with a rubber spatula to combine.
Fold in the toasted coconut flakes.
Cover and chill for at least one hour before serving.
Transfer to your serving bowl and sprinkle with the reserved toasted coconut. Serve with cookies, pretzels, graham crackers and/or fresh fruit.