St Vincent/Caribbean Coconut Fried Bakes and Cocoa Tea

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + coconut extract

Almond milk is lower in calories, while the water + extract mimics coconut flavor.

grated coconut

🥗Healthier: unsweetened shredded coconut

💰Cheaper: desiccated coconut

Desiccated coconut is often less expensive and has a longer shelf life.

Add cocoa to water in a pot.

Add bay leaves and cinnamon to the pot.

Add orange peel to the mixture.

Let the cocoa dissolve in the water.

Add powdered milk to the dissolved cocoa.

Add salt and sugar to taste.

Boil the mixture for a few seconds.

Turn off the stove and strain the tea.

Enjoy the cocoa tea.

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