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Nordic Nightcap: A Keto-Friendly Coconut and Cardamom Elixir

Find the best Keto dessert recipe, Nordic Nightcap, a low carb coconut and cardamom elixir perfect for winter nights. This cocktail recipe brings hygge to your glass with warm flavors and a beautiful presentation.

πŸ•’ Prep Time: 10 minutes - Cook Time: 5 minutes - Total Time: 15 minutes + chilling time
🍽 Servings: 6 servings
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Advanced
🌎 Cuisine: Nordic

Allergens

Coconut - Dairy (Milk and Heavy Cream)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups unsweetened coconut milk
  • 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • A pinch of sea salt
  • 3 tablespoons Swerve Confectioners
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Ice cubes and crushed ice for serving
  • Cinnamon sticks and toasted coconut flakes, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, combine the coconut milk, cardamom, and sea salt. Heat over medium heat until it just begins to steam.
  2. Remove from heat and whisk in the Swerve Confectioners until fully dissolved.
  3. Stir in the heavy cream and vanilla extract. Allow the mixture to cool for 10 minutes.
  4. Strain the mixture into a glass bottle or jar through a fine mesh sieve to remove any undissolved cardamom particles.
  5. Refrigerate the mixture for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
  6. To serve, fill glasses with ice cubes and crushed ice. Pour the strained coconut cardamom elixir over the ice, filling each glass about 3/4 full.
  7. Garnish with cinnamon sticks and toasted coconut flakes.

Chef’s Insight

The combination of coconut and cardamom creates a delicate yet warm flavor profile that transports you to the heart of Scandinavia.

Notes

This recipe is keto-friendly and low in carbs.

Cultural or Historical Background

Hygge, the Danish concept of coziness and wellness, is often associated with the consumption of warm, spiced beverages like this Nordic Nightcap during colder months.