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  • 75g Xylitol
  • 150g Dessicated coconut
  • 1tbsp Arrowroot
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 3 Egg whites
  • ¼tsp Sea salt
  • Additional dessicated coconut
    for sprinkling

    Method

    • step 1

      Preheat the oven to 180ºC, as mark 4

    • step 2

      Place the coconut and xylitol in a food processor and process to form a fine crumb. Place in a bowl with the lemon zest and arrowroot.

    • step 3

      In a large mixing bowl, whisk the egg whites with a pinch of salt until they form stiff peaks.

    • step 4

      Using a large metal spoon fold the coconut mixure into the egg whites until combined.

    • step 5

      Spoon the mixture onto a lined baking tray spreading out slightly to form biscuits. Bake in the oven for 15 minutes until lightly coloured.

    • step 6

      Remove from the oven and allow to cool on the tray for 10 minutes before placing on a rack to cool completely.

    • To lower the sugar content further you can choose unsweetened coconut flakes instead of desiccated coconut
    • Suitable for vegetarians, Gluten-free, Wheat free, Dairy-free, Soy-free, Seed-free
    • Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

    Christine Bailey is an award winning nutritionist and chef and author of numerous health and recipe books including The Top 100 Finger Foods. Find out more at: www.christinebailey.co.uk

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