Coconut, Carrot and Apple Muffins with Coconut Cream Frosting (Gluten free, Grain free, nut free and dairy free)

Coconut, Carrot and Apple Muffins with Coconut Cream Frosting (Gluten free, Grain free, nut free and dairy free)

Ingredients for frosting

  • ½ Cup coconut milk
  • ½ Cup coconut syrup or agave
  • Pinch Himalayan salt
  • 3 Tsp arrowroot powder
  • ½ Tbs water
  • ¾ Cup coconut oil

 

Method;

  • Turn the oven onto 160°, and arrange muffin/cup cake cases in a tray
  • Mix the flour, sugar, desiccated coconut, baking powder, chia seeds and salt in a large bowl
  • In another bowl mix the apple, carrot, coconut water, coconut oil and egg yolks
  • Mix the wet ingredients into the dry bowl, adding a little more water if needed
  • Gently fold in the egg whites (the mixture will be on the thick side)
  • Spoon the mixture into cases, bake for approximately 30 minutes  (longer if needed)
  • In a medium saucepan, heat together the coconut milk, coconut syrup and salt (simmer for about 10 minutes)
  • In a small bowl combine the arrowroot and water, add to the milk and syrup
  • Whisk vigorously to combine, bring mixture to the boil briefly (should be shiny)
  • Using a hand blender gradually beat in the coconut oil
  • Allow pot to cool for approximately 10 minutes
  • Once cool enough place in the fridge for at least an hour (frosting will solidify and lighten in colour)
  • Remove from the fridge and beat until light and fluffy
  • Spread over the cooled muffins