Diamond Crystallized Coconut Pineapple Pyramids
- Author: Chef Emily
- Yield: 8 1x
- For the Pineapple Base:
- 2 cups fresh pineapple, finely diced
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp lime juice
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- For the Coconut Crystallized Coating:
- 1 1/2 cups shredded coconut (unsweetened)
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/2 tsp salt
- For the Diamond Glaze:
- 1/2 cup white chocolate, melted
- 1 tsp coconut oil
- 1 tbsp powdered sugar
- For Garnish (optional):
- Toasted coconut flakes
- Lime zest
- Cook pineapple with honey, lime juice, cornstarch, and vanilla in a saucepan until thick and jam-like.
- Spread into a lined tray and chill until fully set.
- Cut the chilled mixture into small pyramid shapes.
- In a pan, heat coconut milk, sugar, honey, and salt until slightly thickened.
- Stir in shredded coconut until a thick, moldable mixture forms.
- Wrap each pineapple pyramid with the coconut mixture, pressing to seal evenly.
- Freeze for 20 minutes to firm up.
- Mix melted white chocolate, coconut oil, and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Coat or drizzle each pyramid to create a crystallized finish.
- Let set until glossy and firm.
- Garnish with toasted coconut flakes and lime zest.
Nutrition
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 24 g
- Fat: 13 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Protein: 2 g