Australian cuisine
Chocolate Coconut Squares
Indulge in rich chocolate and creamy coconut harmonies in these decadent Australian Chocolate Coconut Squares.
These luscious Chocolate Coconut Squares are a gluten-free delight that marries the depth of dark chocolate with the smoothness of desiccated coconut. Perfect for a sweet finish to any meal, they pair wonderfully with a cup of aromatic tea or coffee.
Method
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Heat oven to 180C/fan 160C/gas 4. Butter and line the base of a 20cm square baking tin. Beat together the butter and sugar until pale and creamy, then beat in the eggs. Add 1 tbsp of the flour if the mix starts to curdle.
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Sieve in the flour, baking powder and cocoa and fold in with a metal spoon. Stir in the milk. Scrape mix into the tin and level the top. Bake for 18-20 mins or until the cake springs back when pressed. Allow to cool in the tin.
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step 3
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To make the icing, put the chocolate, butter and 4 tbsp water in a pan and gently heat until melted. Allow to cool slightly, then beat in the icing sugar.
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step 4
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Remove cake from tin and peel away paper. Cut into 16 squares. Dip the squares into the icing, then roll in the coconut. Allow to set on cooling rack.
FAQ
Is «Chocolate Coconut Squares» gluten-free?
It may contain gluten — check the ingredients and pick gluten-free alternatives.
How many calories and carbs are in a serving of «Chocolate Coconut Squares»?
One serving has 1806 kcal, 189 g carbs, 29.5 g protein and 105.6 g fat. The recipe makes 2 servings.
Is «Chocolate Coconut Squares» suitable for gestational diabetes (GDM)?
High carb load. Carb load: высокая. This is not medical advice — with GDM, check with your doctor and glucose meter.