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Coconut Delight – A Paleo-Friendly Sri Lankan Dessert

Discover this sumptuous paleo-friendly Coconut Delight recipe, inspired by Sri Lankan flavors and perfect for a special occasion or sharing with loved ones. Enjoy mouthwatering layers of creamy cashews, coconut milk, honey, and warm spices in a no-bake dessert that's both gluten-free and dairy-free.

πŸ•’ Prep Time: 10 minutes - Cook Time: None - Total Time: 4 hours (including setting time)
🍽 Servings: 2
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Advanced
🌎 Cuisine: Sri Lankan, Paleo

Allergens

Cashews, Coconut

Ingredients

  • 2 cups raw cashews, soaked overnight
  • 1 cup full
  • fat coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup organic honey
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil
  • 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Fresh berries, for garnish
  • Toasted coconut flakes, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Drain and rinse the soaked cashews.
  2. In a high speed blender or food processor, combine cashews, coconut milk, honey, coconut oil, vanilla extract, salt, cinnamon, cardamom, and nutmeg. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  3. Pour the mixture into individual serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to set.
  4. Before serving, garnish with fresh berries and toasted coconut flakes.

Chef’s Insight

The combination of spices creates a warm and inviting flavor profile that complements the richness of the coconut and cashews perfectly.

Notes

This recipe is gluten-free and can be easily made dairy-free by choosing the right ingredients.

Cultural or Historical Background

This dessert is inspired by Sri Lankan cuisine, incorporating traditional ingredients like coconut and spices in a paleo-friendly way.