Simple Homemade Coconut Oil in 6 Easy Steps | June 15, 2025

Making pure coconut oil at home is easier than you think! With just a few fresh coconuts and basic kitchen tools, you can create natural, chemical-free oil perfect for cooking, skincare, and haircare. Here’s the simplest method to extract rich, aromatic coconut oil right in your kitchen.

What You’ll Need:
✔ 3–4 mature brown coconuts (older coconuts yield more oil)
✔ Warm water
✔ Blender or food processor
✔ Cheesecloth or fine strainer
✔ Large bowl
✔ Spoon or spatula
✔ Clean glass jar for storage

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Crack & Prepare the Coconuts
Tap the coconuts with a hammer or heavy knife to break the shell.

Drain and save the coconut water (great for drinking or smoothies).

Carefully remove the white flesh using a knife or coconut scraper.

Rinse the meat to remove any shell fragments.

Step 2: Blend into a Smooth Paste
Chop the coconut meat into small chunks for easier blending.

Add to a blender with warm water (about 1 cup water per 2 cups coconut).

Blend until you get a thick, creamy paste.

Step 3: Extract the Coconut Milk
Place a cheesecloth over a bowl and pour in the blended mixture.

Squeeze tightly to extract as much coconut milk as possible.

Repeat with any leftover pulp to maximize yield.

Step 4: Let the Oil Separate Naturally
Leave the coconut milk at room temperature for 24 hours.

A thick cream layer will rise to the top.

Refrigerate for 3–4 hours to harden the cream.

Step 5: Heat to Extract Pure Oil
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