POT#20 COCONUT LOGS

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Coconuts are being part of our everyday cooking. The coconuts give an enhanced flavor to the dishes. Coconuts are high sources of good fats that are required for the body. It also aids in weight loss and helps in the process of digestion. Moreover, the manganese and antioxidants, boost up the immune system, reduces inflammation, and also possess antiviral, antifungal, and tumor-suppressing properties.


Dates are known for their healing powers, it is a rich source of calcium, iron, potassium, magnesium, and zinc. Including dates in your diet could lower your cholesterol level, it assists in weight loss. It improves bone health, strengthens the nervous system, promotes digestion. It strengthens your abs.

Having no time to make dessert? Looking for a healthy and easy dessert. Try out these coconut logs today at home.

Here is the recipe for quick 2 ingredients healthy sweet. 

Preparation

Dish: Coconut logs
Category: Dessert
Time: Preparation time   - 5 minutes
            Cooking time          - 5 minutes 
Quantity: 10 pieces

Let us now check out the required ingredients.

Ingredients:

Grated coconut - 1 cup
Pitted dates      -  1/2 cup

Procedure:

  1. Heat a pan and add the grated/ shredded coconut in the pan.
  2. Saute the shredded coconut in low heat.
  3. Dry roast it well without browning until the moisture is removed from the coconut.
  4. In a blender, take 1/2 cup of pitted dates.
  5. Along with the dates add the dry roasted coconut. Blend well.
  6. Transfer it to a bowl, it will have a dough consistency, gently knead it.
  7. Now take a small portion of it and roll it into logs.
  8. Now coat well with the roasted coconut. Repeat this process.
  9. Enjoy the tasty healthy coconut logs.

Tips and Tricks:

  1. You can very well replace the shredded coconut with desiccated coconut, it requires no roasting and can be used directly to blend.
  2. Dry roast the coconut only until the moisture is removed, don't overdo.
  3. Roasting the coconut helps in a better texture and a good shelf life.
  4. You can also use the shredded coconut, but it gives a bit soggy texture and is advisable to consume within that day.
  5. You can also dry roast the coconut in the oven.
  6. You can store your coconut logs in an airtight container up to 3-5 days in the refrigerator.
  7. You can add chopped nuts for a crunchy coconut log.

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