I’m not really the type to celebrate Valentines in a big
way, I much prefer showing a little love at any other time of the year and not
when I’m ‘told’ I should. But since I have no Valentine of my own it’s a little
bit pointless debating my options (or maybe I’m just a tad jealous)!
A thoughtful gesture always means so much more than anything
money can buy. A little homemade gift is sure to raise a smile... and a tasty
yummy treat all the more!
I have a few simple Valentine’s ideas to post over the next
few days. These would be perfect any
time of year….another little way to remind someone how much they mean to you.
No Valentine? Then treat yourself, you best friend or
your mum. Plus since these treats are super healthy you will all be smiling all day
long.
First up, pretty pink coconut ice.
You can use any dried
red berries here- I used cranberries. The result is a lovely speckled pink cube
of delight with a light crumbly coconutty texture and hints of delicate sweet
berries. You could use any shaped moulds you fancy, just make sure to firmly press
in the mixture whilst still soft and warm.
Recipe: Valentine's coconut ice
Makes approx. 12 cubes (1 ice cube tray)
Ingredients
1 cup coconut butter (make your own)
2tbs cashew or almond butter
½ cup dried cranberries or
cherries
2 tbs agave nectar plus tiny
pinch stevia
1 tsp vanilla extract
Method
Melt the coconut butter then combine all ingredients in a
food processor and blend until a thick smooth paste is formed. There should be ‘flecks’ of the red berries
in the mixture as opposed to a solid colour. Whilst still warm, spoon the soft mixture into an ice
cube tray or other candy moulds and press down firmly into each mould. Freeze
briefly to set and then store in the fridge.
For tips and info on recipe measurement conversions, ingredients, substitutions and the methods behind how I do things.... check out my 'baking tips' tab at the top of the page.
A unique Valentine treat! The color is so fantastic, everyone will fall in love once again with these treats ;)
ReplyDeleteAnd how did you manage to eat these "rectangles" ? Or were they soft enough to spoon them ?
ReplyDeleteThe coconut butter hardens in the fridge/freezer and then they are perfectly stable (not soft at all) at room temperature or just keep them in the fridge until you get a craving! No mess involved in the eating process- perfect finger food. :-)
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