Jamaican Gizzarda (Keto and Diabetic Friendly)

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds flavor and is dairy-free.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

coconut

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: shredded coconut

Almond flour is lower in carbs.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean

💰Cheaper: vanilla essence

Vanilla bean enhances flavor naturally.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Mix flour, salt, and baking powder in a bowl.

Cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Stir in sugar until well combined.

Add egg and milk, mixing until a dough forms.

Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Roll out the dough on a floured surface to fit a tart pan.

Press the dough into the tart pan and trim the edges.

In a saucepan, combine coconut, brown sugar, vanilla, nutmeg, and cinnamon over medium heat.

Cook until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes.

Spread the coconut filling evenly over the crust.

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.

Allow to cool before slicing into wedges.

Cooking Techniques

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