Tropical coconut, banana, and kiwi sweets
17/11/2023Tropical coconut, banana, and kiwi sweets are a fresh, colorful and pleasantly summer dessert. Here is an Italian version of this exotic recipe:
Ingredients
- 150 g of coconut flour (dehydrated shredded coconut)
- 2 ripe bananas
- 2 kiwis
- 50 g of brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 50 ml of coconut oil (or vegetable oil)
- 1 packet of baking powder
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- A pinch of salt
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 180°C.
- In a bowl, mash the bananas with a fork until you get a smooth consistency.
- Add the brown sugar, eggs, coconut oil, and lemon juice to the mashed bananas. Mix well until you have a smooth mixture.
- In another bowl, mix the coconut flour with the baking powder and a pinch of salt.
- Combine the dry ingredients with the banana mixture and stir until uniform.
- Peel the kiwis and cut them into small cubes, then gently fold them into the batter.
- Line muffin or sweet molds with paper liners, or grease and flour if they are silicone or metal.
- Fill them with the batter, making sure to evenly distribute the kiwi pieces.
- Bake in the oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the sweets are nicely golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before serving.
Trivia
Coconut is widely used in tropical cooking and pairs wonderfully with many types of fruit. Its contribution of a soft texture and delicately sweet flavor makes these sweets irresistible. Moreover, coconut is rich in fiber and minerals, which makes it a healthy addition to the recipe. Remember to serve them fresh, perhaps accompanied by a fruit sauce or ice cream for an extra touch of tropical goodness.
Enjoy your preparation and bon appétit!