Do not Allow Coconut Oil to Solidify.
Because of the high amount of fat in coconut oil, it does not need to be refrigerated, and it has a shelf life of two years when stored at room temperature. Although refrigeration is an option, it will not preserve the flavor for very long. Refrigerators have the potential to make the situation worse…
Coconut oil behaves similarly to butter when it is at room temperature, but it solidifies when it is chilled, making it more difficult to spread or incorporate into a recipe.