This is such a great snack or treat that gets the thumbs up from anyone who has tried it. Low sugar, grain free and nutrient-rich, our no cooking required recipe for No Bake Coco-Nutty Slice will send you coco-nutty!
Enjoy as a morning tea snack, at 3pm when cravings tend to kick in or as an after dinner treat.
Nourish 101:
- Providing an impressive profile of nutrients this coconut and nut Slice provides much satiation helping to keep sugar and carbohydrate cravings at bay.
- Coconut Oil is rich in Lauric Acid which helps boost functions of the immune system. It is also rich in anti-bacterial, anti-viral, anti-fungal properties and anti-microbial properties that aid in fighting bacteria, candida and parasites.
- The nutrient density of this slice actually helps to boost your metabolism and further helps to reduce cravings.
- Nuts provide a source of protein, healthy fat, fibre, vitamins and minerals.
Dietary Notes:
This recipe is gluten free, dairy free, egg free and soy free
No-Bake Coco-Nutty Slice
Ingredients
- 2 cups unsalted Nuts of choice
- 1 cup organic shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1 - 2 tablespoon Raw Honey,Pure Maple Syrup or Rice Malt Syrup (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla bean powder (or good quality vanilla extract)
Instructions
- Pulse nuts and coconut in a blender or food processor until finely chopped.
- In a bowl, mix nuts and coconut with coconut oil, chosen sweetener and vanilla powder, combine well.
- Spread mixture onto a lined slice tray. Cover with a layer of baking paper and press down firmly to spread evenly, approximately 1/2 cm thick.
- Freeze for 2 hours or until firm. Cut into shapes approximately 4cm x 4cm and enjoy straight from the freezer.
- Store slice in freezer.
Notes
- Using Extra Virgin Coconut Oil will give this slice a delicious coconut flavour.
- Add your own flavour combinations such as 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, orange or lemon zest, 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice or 1 teaspoon Carob or Cacao Powder.
- Sweeteners such as Raw Honey and Pure Maple Syrup are optional if you prefer yours without. If leaving sweetener out we recommend adding an additional tablespoon of Extra Virgin Coconut Oil to help the slice to hold together well.
- Substitute nuts for SunflowerSeeds and/or Pumpkin Seeds.
- Opt for Pure Maple Syrup instead of honey as your sweetener.
- Stick to up to 1/4 cup coconut per serve.
- Choose tolerated nuts and avoid cashews.
- Opt for Pure Maple Syrup instead of honey as your sweetener.