One of the most popular recipes that uses coconut butter is “Coconut Ice.” Coconut Ice is a sweet and colorful confectionery treat made with coconut butter, icing sugar (powdered sugar), and food coloring. It’s particularly popular in the United Kingdom and Australia. Here’s a basic recipe for Coconut Ice:
Ingredients:
- 200g (about 7 ounces) coconut butter
- 250g (about 2 cups) icing sugar (powdered sugar)
- A few drops of pink or red food coloring (optional, for color contrast)
- Sweetened condensed milk (about 4-5 tablespoons)
- Desiccated coconut, for coating
Instructions:
- Prepare the Coconut Butter:
- Grate or chop the coconut butter into small pieces to make it easier to work with. You can use a food processor or a grater for this step. Or you can keep the coconut butter jar in hot water and allow it to melt into a creamy paste.
- Mix the Melted Coconut Butter and Icing Sugar:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the grated or chopped creamed coconut and icing sugar.
- If you want to create a color contrast, divide the mixture into two equal portions in separate bowls. Add a few drops of pink or red food coloring to one portion and mix until the color is evenly distributed.
- Add Sweetened Condensed Milk:
- Gradually add sweetened condensed milk to the mixture(s) and stir until you achieve a dough-like consistency. You want the mixture to be moist enough to hold together but not too sticky.
- Layer the Mixture:
- If you have two colored portions, layer them in a square or rectangular dish, pressing each layer down firmly with the back of a spoon or your hands. Start with one color, then add the other on top.
- Chill:
- Place the dish in the refrigerator for at least 2-3 hours or until the Coconut Ice has set and become firm.
- Cut into Squares:
- Once the Coconut Ice is set, remove it from the refrigerator and cut it into squares or rectangles.
- Coat with Desiccated Coconut:
- Roll the Coconut Ice pieces in desiccated coconut to coat them evenly.
- Serve:
- Your Coconut Ice is ready to be served as a sweet treat or gift.
Coconut Ice is a simple and delicious treat that’s loved for its sweet, coconutty flavor and colorful appearance. It’s often enjoyed during holidays, special occasions, or as a homemade gift.