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Keto Caribbean Rum Coconut Delight

Discover this easy, keto-friendly Caribbean Rum Coconut Delight recipe and enjoy a luxurious tropical dessert in the comfort of your own home.

πŸ•’ Prep: 10 minutes - Cook: 15 minutes - Total: 25 minutes
🍽 Servings: 4
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Easy
🌎 Cuisine: Caribbean

Allergens

Dairy, Coconut, Dark chocolate (contains nuts)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 4 oz dark chocolate (keto
  • friendly)
  • 3 tbsp dark rum
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • A pinch of salt
  • Sugar substitute, to taste

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan, gently heat the heavy whipping cream over low heat until it begins to steam. Stir in the unsweetened shredded coconut and let it infuse for about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
  2. Chop the dark chocolate into small pieces and place them in a heatproof bowl. Pour the infused cream over the chocolate, making sure all pieces are submerged. Allow to sit for a minute before stirring gently until smooth and glossy.
  3. Stir in the dark rum, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Taste and adjust with sugar substitute as needed.
  4. Pour the mixture into individual serving dishes or one large dish and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.

Chef’s Insight

This dessert is perfect for a dinner party or holiday gathering, as it can be made in advance and easily scaled up to serve more guests.

Notes

This recipe is keto-friendly, but be mindful of the allergens.

Cultural or Historical Background

The combination of coconut and dark rum is common in Caribbean cuisine, representing the region's abundant tropical resources and its history with the British colonizers.