All the way from my kitchen! I love sun, sea and sand and anything that reminds me of tropical holidays. Coconuts are high on the list as are pineapples so I was delighted when I discovered this juicy recipe that is so easy, sweet and refreshing.
Coconut Crunch
2 Organic Gala Apples
1 inch slice pineapple (skin removed)
250ml pure coconut water
Method: Pop the fruit through your juicer, mix in coconut water and serve in a glass over ice.
Pineapples are loaded with vitamins and minerals including vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium, phosphorus, and potassium. Coconut water is super hydrating and chock full of potassium and electrolytes. Apples are a fantastic source of immune boosting vitamin C.
125 ml your choice of milk (soy, dairy, nut, seed or rice)
120 g raisins
100 g rolled oats
Prepare
Preheat your oven to 200 C / 400 F and get all your ingredients and kitchen equipment out and ready. You’ll need a 2 mixing bowls (1 small & 1 large), scales, measuring spoons, spatula, knife or pastry cutter and a baking sheet.
Step 1
In the large bowl mix your flour, baking powder and cinnamon together, then with a knife or pastry cutter cut in the coconut oil. Once is nearly combined rub gently with your finger tips until it’s the consistency of breadcrumbs, then mix in the raisins.
Step 2
In the small bowl combine your milk of choice, agave nectar and vanilla and then gradually pour and mix into the dry ingredients until it’s a soft sticky dough.
Step 3
Sprinkle half the oats onto your work surface and place the dough on top. Flattendown slightly then sprinkle the rest of the oats on top and gently press down the dough until its about an inch thick. Cut into rounds with a cutter or squares with a sharp knife and place on your baking sheet greased with coconut oil and bakefor 20 minutes or until golden.
Makes 8-12 scones.
Enjoy with coconut butter, peanut butter or both!
NB: I am always on the hunt for healthy versions of my favourite comfort foods. This is a recipe I adapted from healthychef.com which is a great site with loads of gorgeous recipes, so far this is the first one I have tried. You can find the original recipe here.
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