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Jaffa Coconut Rough

This delicious Jaffa coconut rough is made with 5 ingredients - coconut oil, cacao, shredded coconut, maple syrup and orange essential oil (or extract).
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Prep Time:5 minutes
Total Time:5 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups shredded coconut desiccated coconut also works well
  • 1/2 cup coconut oil
  • 1/2 cup cacao powder
  • 2-3 tablespoons maple syrup depending how sweet you want your chocolate
  • 10-12 drops food grade orange essential oil or extract

Instructions

  • Make chocolate. Melt the coconut oil in a saucepan on low heat. Once melted, remove from heat, add the maple syrup, whisking briskly until well combined. Then add the cacao powder, stirring until well mixed through.
  • Add remaining ingredients. Place the shredded coconut and essential oil/extract into the saucepan and stir through the chocolate mixture. Spread evenly on a lined baking tray and place in the freezer for 30 - 60 minutes to set.
  • Slice. Slice in desired sized pieces and serve.

Notes

Cook time does not include the time it takes for the jaffa coconut rough to freeze — approximately 30-60 minutes, depending on the temperature of your freezer.
I recommend storing in the refrigerator freezer to keep it firm or you can also store in the refrigerator

Nutrition

Serving: 1piece | Calories: 60kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 12mg | Potassium: 40mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 1mg
Servings: 30 pieces
Calories: 60kcal