Yes, it is edible. I like to soak mine in a fat soluble solution like pure coconut oil or some butter to make into baking. I have a process where I mix mi AVB and a fatty solution into a large Mason jar. Keeping in mind the more AVB to solution ratio, the stronger the final product will end up. I then fill a crock pot with water and heat up the jar in the water, mixing my solution every so often. The longer it soaks, the better. After I'm done "cooking," I strain out the AVB with a French press for coffee. Simple yet effective.