Coconut-Honey-Gingerbread-Squares

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2
Coconut-Honey-Gingerbread-Squares, a delicious dessert for coconut and ginger lovers
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Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

50 g desiccated coconut
75 g honey ( use a runny variety )
30 g applesauce
1 egg , beaten
125 g flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 tablespoon cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 pinch clove
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 tablespoon sugar ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
9
Calories
173
Sugar
12g
Fat
4g
Coconut-Honey-Gingerbread-Squares make for a delicious and healthy dessert option, combining the rich coconut flavors with the warming spice of gingerbread. This recipe uses honey as a natural sweetener, providing a healthier alternative to sugar. The squares are moist, rich, and packed with natural goodness that is sure to impress your family and friends. The best part is that they are quick and easy to make, so you can enjoy them anytime, anywhere. If you are looking for a dessert that packs a punch of flavor and nutrition, then these Coconut-Honey-Gingerbread-Squares are just for you!

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 180C / 350F. Grease and line a 15cm / 6 inch square baking tin.
2.In a mixing bowl, mix the desiccated coconut, honey, applesauce, and beaten egg.
3.In a separate mixing bowl, mix flour, baking powder, cocoa powder, cinnamon, clove, ginger, and sugar.
4.Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients mixture and mix until well combined.
5.Pour the batter into the prepared baking tin and smooth the surface.
6.Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and set.
7.Remove from the oven and let cool in the tin for 5 minutes before removing and slicing into squares.

PROS

These Coconut-Honey-Gingerbread-Squares are a perfect dessert for coconut and ginger lovers.
They are easy and quick to make and perfectly sweetened by honey.
The texture is moist, yet cakey and each bite is packed with rich coconut and ginger flavors.

CONS

These squares are fairly sweet and may not be suitable for those on strict low sugar diets.

Also, they are not gluten-free, and not vegan-friendly as they include eggs.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Coconut has numerous health benefits such as heart health and weight maintenance. It is rich in fiber and antioxidants. Ginger also has several health benefits including aiding digestion, reducing nausea, and reducing inflammation.

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