#BodinePot | Bahamian Benny Cake & My Chocolate Benny

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a tropical flavor and is dairy-free.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories and can be used for a lighter cake.

coconut

🥗Healthier: dried coconut flakes

💰Cheaper: none

Dried coconut flakes maintain flavor while being easier to store.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness and moisture.

Toast 2 cups of sesame seeds in a skillet over medium heat until browned, being careful not to burn them.

In a pot, add water and 1/3 cup of brown sugar, and bring to a high boil until it thickens to a syrup consistency.

Add the toasted sesame seeds to the pot and mix well, then turn off the stove.

Transfer the mixture onto wax paper to cool.

Experiment with flavors by adding about a teaspoon of lemon zest, a few drops of vanilla extract, and about half a tablespoon of cocoa powder to the mixture.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens