Well hello! I tell you something, I am so excited about this recipe not only because this is going to be a total winner, but also because I finally got to taste and got creative with coconut butter. Coconut butter has been on my wish list ( sad I know, but I can't help it, food excites me) for a while but I just wasn't sure which one to go for, what brand, how much to spend, what if I didnt like it etc.
Luckily my twitter friend Julian also known as the peanut butter king from Funky Nut Company has decided to venture out and made his own coconut butter. The best bit is I am the first one to test it, taste it and cook (with) it! I can reveal it is fantastic. It comes in a solid form, harder than usual coconut oil or your regular butter. It melts within seconds, it is thick, creamy and tastes amazing. Do I need to say more? I don't think so.
I decided to combine it with chocolate and create Clean Bounty slices, because Bounty in my "pre-clean eating days" used to be my favourite and I really miss it. Here is the recipe, but be warned my lovely readers this stuff is highly addictive!!! Just one tip before we get on with the recipe. If your melting the butter on the hob do it over a very low heat otherwise it might get very thick especially once you've added the sweetener. Even though I am not fan of microwaves, in this case it just might work better and prevent over heating. Remember coconut is so good for you. It is antibacterial, helps to relieve digestive problems, improves the appearance of your skin and hair, helps to improve heart health and helps to reduce bad cholesterol and raises good cholesterol. Coconut is superfood!
Recipe:
Ingredients:
1 cup coconut butter, melted
2 teaspoonsof vanilla extract or 1 vanilla pod
2 tablespoons extra virgin coconut oil, melted (I used LucyBeeCoconut oil)
2 tablespoons of brown rice/maple syrup, or honey (I used Crazy Jack Organic)
For chocolate topping
1 cup of dark chocolate min. 70% make sure no sugar or nasties added or alternatively dark chocolate chips
¾ cup of unsweetened almond milk
Method:
Melt coconut butter in a small saucepan over a very low heat. Add coconut oil, vanilla and your preferred sweetener. Next get a freezer safe dish and line it up with aluminium foil. Pour in the coconut butter mixture and place in the freezer to set. Now for the chocolate layer. Very simply just melt the chocolate together with almond milk until smooth and pour over cooled coconut butter. Sprinkle with crushed walnuts and pop back in the freezer until the chocolate layer is solid.
Cut the bars into squares and serve.Store in the refrigerator or freezer
Much love,
Hedi
PS: Go and follow Funky Nut Butter on Twitter or Facebook , Julian is hilarious!
Laura Smyth
Hi,
I'm looking at your website for the first time and am 'new' to the world of clean eating. A few of your recipes warn that you need to check dark chocolate to make sure there aren't any refined sugars or nasties added - what are the nasties? Are these just E numbers?
Many thanks
Laura
Hedi Hearts
Hello Laura, yes lots of dark chocolate has a lot of sugar. Because they take the milk out they have to make it taste better by adding sugar. Search for raw chocolates, they are more expensive, but so worthy it ! Good luck with exploring clean eating, it is the best lifestyle one can choose. If you need any help or guidance you can always email me. Lots of love, Hedi xx
Laura
Many thanks Hedi
Jamie
Do you know the nutritional value of these? The look amazing but don't sound very healthy
Hedi Hearts
Hi Jamie, sorry I don't. I try not to count calories, but chemicals. As with all treats eat in moderation 🙂 Hedi xx
Anthea
Hi Hedi,
These look amazing but I have had a few requests for milk rather than dark chocolate - do you have any suggestions for what I could use as a replacement/alternative - whilst remaining 'clean'!
Thanks so much - keep up the great work. Really inspirational,
Anthea
Hedi Hearts
Hello Anthea, to create more milky chocolate add splash of coconut milk or almond milk. They will make it lovely and creamy . Thank you for your kind words, means a lot Anthea Hedi xxx
Anthea
Thanks so much for the quick response, Hedi!
Natalie
I've made these today & they are amazing! I can't wait for my husband to come home & try one! I'm just starting to eat clean when I can & these are the first 'sweet' thing I've made. Will definitely satisfy my very sweet tooth! I can't wait to try more of your recipes. I've just had my third baby so keen to get back in shape! I'm starting running again soon & hope to do the Wolf Run in April. I love your website & Facebook page,very inspirational ? x x x
Hedi Hearts
Awwww thank you Natalie for such a lovely comment, it has made my day. I will keep on sharing and ispiring Hedi xxx