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Light Coconut Fried Pastry with Coconut Flakes

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Get ready to indulge in these delightful Light Coconut Fried Pastries! These crispy treats are infused with coconut flavor, giving you a taste of paradise in every bite. Light in style yet satisfying, they are perfectly adorned with a sprinkle of coconut flakes. Serve them up in bite-sized pieces for a treat that's great for any day or special occasion. Don’t hesitate to get creative; feel free to garnish with fresh fruit or a drizzle of honey if you like!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Fried Desserts
Cuisine: Global
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 250 g all-purpose flour
  • 150 ml coconut milk
  • 50 g granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 200 g (for coating) desiccated coconut
  • 500 ml (for frying) vegetable oil
  • (mango, berries) Fresh fruit optional
  • or chocolate drizzle Honey optional

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Food processor or plastic bag & rolling pin (for biscuits)
  • Frying pan (for sautéing pumpkin)
  • Slotted spoon
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
  2. Add the coconut milk, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients, mixing until a smooth dough forms.
  3. Cover the dough with a cloth and let it rest for 15 minutes.
  4. On a floured surface, roll out the dough to approximately 0.5 cm thickness.
  5. Cut the dough into squares about 5x5 cm.
  6. Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat (around 180°C / 350°F).
  7. Carefully drop the dough squares into the hot oil, frying until they turn golden brown, about 3 minutes per side.
  8. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the fried pastries to a cooling rack lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
  9. While still warm, gently roll the pastries in desiccated coconut to coat evenly.
  10. Serve warm or at room temperature with your choice of toppings.

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSodium: 180mgPotassium: 130mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For a lighter twist, consider substituting half of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour.
Feel free to mix in chocolate chips or nuts into the dough for added texture!
These pastries can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheating briefly in a toaster oven will keep them crispy.
Experiment with different flavored oils or spices for frying to enhance the coconut flavor!

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