Sugar-Free Almond-Coconut Delight
Made without added sugar, this no-bake dessert combines toasted almonds and coconut milk into a creamy, set pudding suitable for people managing diabetes or simply cutting back on sugar. It takes about 15 minutes to prepare and needs a few hours in the refrigerator to firm up.
Equipment
- Medium saucepan
- Whisk
- Baking sheet
- Mixing Bowl
- Serving bowls
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk ensure it is fresh and without added sugars
- ¼ cup almond flour blanched for a smoother texture
- 3 tbsp erythritol a natural sugar substitute
- 1 tsp vanilla extract pure for the best flavor
- ¼ cup unsweetened toasted coconut flakes for garnish
- ¼ cup toasted almond slivers for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the coconut flakes and almond slivers on a baking sheet and toast them in the oven for about 5 minutes or until golden brown. Set aside for garnish.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the coconut milk, almond flour, and erythritol. Whisk continually over medium heat until the mixture begins to thicken, approximately 10 minutes. The consistency should be rich and creamy.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract, ensuring it is well combined.
- Pour the mixture into individual serving bowls, letting them cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least an hour to set.
- Before serving, top each bowl with a sprinkle of the toasted coconut flakes and almond slivers for added texture and flavor.
Notes
Lori’s Tips:
- For added flavor, consider adding a pinch of sea salt to enhance the sweetness without additional sugar.
- Substitute almond milk or cashew milk if coconut milk is unavailable, understanding that the flavor profile will shift slightly.
- To save time, toast the coconut and almonds simultaneously, but be cautious of their different browning rates.
Nutrition
Calories: 170kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 3gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 7mgPotassium: 158mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 0.05IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 29mgIron: 1mg
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