“Traditionally, these coconut treats are densely packed just with coconut, but upon burning half my coconut while toasting it, I ended up improvising with sesame seeds and ground almonds, only to discover how delicious these nutty additions are,” says cookery writer Rachel Khoo.

“The berries on top lend a bit of tartness, which balances the sweetness from the white chocolate and makes for a pretty little pink peak.”

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White chocolate coconut mountains (David Loftus/PA)
White chocolate coconut mountains (David Loftus/PA)
White chocolate coconut mountains (David Loftus/PA)
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Nutrition Facts
White chocolate and berry coconut mountains
Amount Per Serving
Calories 294 Calories from Fat 207
% Daily Value*
Fat 23g35%
Saturated Fat 13g81%
Cholesterol 41mg14%
Sodium 131mg6%
Potassium 156mg4%
Carbohydrates 21g7%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 16g18%
Protein 5g10%
Vitamin A 196IU4%
Vitamin C 4mg5%
Calcium 124mg12%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

White chocolate and berry coconut mountains

Seriously moreish little treats
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Dessert, Party food, Snack
Servings: 20
Calories: 294kcal
Author: Rachel Khoo

Equipment

  • 2 saucepans
  • Large tray
  • Large bowl
  • Wire rack
  • Heatproof bowl

Ingredients

  • 100 g golden caster sugar
  • 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
  • 1 lemon zest
  • 120 g butter
  • 200 g desiccated coconut
  • 150 g sesame seeds
  • 50 g ground almonds
  • 3 medium eggs
  • 350 g white chocolate
  • 125 g lingonberries or redcurrants

Method

  • Preheat the oven to 200°C/fan 180°C/gas 6.
  • Put the sugar, salt, lemon zest and butter into a saucepan and melt over a medium heat. Set aside.
  • Pour the coconut on to a large tray lined with baking paper and place in the oven for five minutes, or until fairly well-toasted. Keep a close watch, and stir the coconut occasionally to toast it evenly. When the coconut is ready, take out of the oven and pour into a large bowl with the sesame seeds and ground almonds. Mix together, then pour in the melted butter and mix again. Add the eggs, then stir together until everything is well-combined. Leave to cool slightly.
  • Line a baking tray with baking paper. Form the mixture into 20 small pyramids (about 4cm high and 5cm in diameter) and set on the lined tray. Place in the oven and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until slightly golden on the peaks and firm to the touch.
  • Remove from the oven and leave to cool on a wire rack while melting the chocolate. Break up the chocolate and put into a small heatproof bowl over a saucepan of simmering water, ensuring the bottom of the bowl doesn’t touch the water. Leave to melt, stirring occasionally. Once the chocolate has melted, dip the cakes into it and top each one with three to four berries of your choice.

Nutrition

Calories: 294kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 131mg | Potassium: 156mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 196IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 124mg | Iron: 2mg

The Little Swedish Kitchen by Rachel Khoo is published by Michael Joseph. Photography David Loftus.

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