Lunchbox Coconut Rough
January 18, 2021
It’s nearly that time again- back to lunchboxes!
If you’re looking for inspiration for a healthy treat for your kids that’s nut free, dairy free & grain free, look no further.
This coconut rough recipe is soft, sweet & packs an energy hit for that midday lull. Quick and easy and they can be frozen.
Lunchbox Coconut Rough
Source: www.wholefoodsimply.com
Ingredients:
- 3 cups desiccated coconut
- 1/4 cup cacao or cocoa powder
- 12 medjool dates, seeds removed
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon coconut cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- pinch of salt
icing (optional)
- 3 tablespoons cacao or cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil, liquid
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons desiccated coconut
Instructions:
- Line a square 18cm tin with baking paper overhanging the sides for easy removal.
- Place the Coconut Rough ingredients into your processor and blend at high speed until the mixture resembles a fine, sticky crumb. Press the mixture firmly into the base of your prepared tin. If making the icing place the cacao or cocoa, coconut oil and maple syrup into a small bowl and mix to combine. Spread the icing over your slice (it will be a thin layer) and sprinkle over the desiccated coconut.
- Place the slice in the fridge or freezer to set and to store.
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