Coconut & Mallow Log

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 2

Coconut & Mallow Log - A sweet and delicious treat perfect for any occasion

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

2 hours 15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

450

Sugar

35g

Fat

20g

Coconut & Mallow Log is a classic British dessert that has been enjoyed for generations. The combination of sweet glace cherries, fluffy marshmallows, and crunchy digestive biscuits, all bound together with creamy condensed milk and shredded coconut, creates a delightful flavor and texture. This dessert is perfect for special occasions or as a sweet treat to enjoy with a cup of tea.

Instructions

1.	Line a 30 x 20 cm shallow tin or similar with greased baking parchment
2.	Crush the biscuits until they resemble fine breadcrumbs
3.	Halve the cherries and snip the marshmallows into halves or thirds
4.	Mix the biscuit crumbs, cherries, marshmallows, condensed milk and coconut together in a bowl until well combined
5.	Spoon the mixture into the lined tin
6.	Smooth the surface, cover with cling film and chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours
7.	When set, lift the log out of the tin using the parchment, sprinkle with extra coconut and slice into pieces before serving

PROS

This sweet and chewy dessert is easy to make and perfect for sharing with friends and family

CONS

This dessert is high in calories and contains a significant amount of sugar and fat

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this treat may not be the healthiest option, coconut is known to have antiviral and antibacterial properties. Cherries are a good source of vitamin C and potassium, and can also aid in reducing inflammation in the body.

	25 digestive biscuits
	100 g glace cherries
	100 g marshmallows
	300 g condensed milk
	50 g desiccated coconut