For the cream:
1 cup (200 ml) coconut milk
1/2 cup (120 ml) vegetable milk (soy, almond or oat)
3 tablespoons (24 g) cornstarch
1/4 cup (50 g) demerara or brown sugar
1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla essence
For the apricot layer:
1/2 cup (75 g) chopped dried apricots
1/2 cup (120 ml) water
1 tablespoon (15 ml) lemon juice
To assemble:
200 g vegan cookies (without milk or eggs)
1/2 cup (120 ml) vegetable milk to moisten the cookies
2 tablespoons (10 g) unsweetened shredded coconut (for decoration)
With these ingredients in hand, you’ll have a dessert that will please all palates.
How to prepare
Preparing the Vegan Coconut and Apricot Pavé is simple and enjoyable. Follow the steps:
Preparing the cream:
In a saucepan, combine the coconut milk, vegetable milk, cornstarch and sugar. Stir well to dissolve the starch.
Heat over medium heat, stirring continuously, until the cream thickens to a smooth consistency.
Remove from the heat, add the vanilla essence and stir again. Set aside and allow to cool.
Preparing the apricot layer:
In a small saucepan, add the chopped apricots, water and lemon juice.
Cook over a low heat for about 10 minutes, until the apricots are soft and some of the water has evaporated.
Transfer the mixture to a blender or use a mixer to form a consistent puree. Set aside.
Assembling the pave:
In a medium baking dish, make a layer with the vegan cookies, moistening them slightly in the vegetable milk before positioning them.
Cover the cookies with a layer of the prepared coconut cream.
Add a layer of apricot puree on top of the cream. Repeat the layers until the ingredients are used up, finishing with the cream.
Finishing:
Sprinkle the grated coconut over the last layer to decorate.
Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Preparation time: 30 minutes (plus 4 hours in the fridge)
Difficulty level: Easy
Servings: Serves 6 to 8 people
Tip: Replace the apricots with prunes or dates to vary the flavor of the dessert.
Common questions
Can I replace the apricots with another fruit?
Yes, prunes or dates are great alternatives. Adjust the cooking time for each fruit.
How can I save on ingredients?
Use simple market cookies that are vegan and opt for more affordable dried fruit.
Is the recipe suitable for diabetics?
You can replace the sugar with natural sweeteners such as xylitol or erythritol.
Can I make the cream with other vegetable milk?
Yes, any vegetable milk will work, but coconut milk gives it more creaminess.
How can I make the recipe low carb?
Replace the cookies with a base of crushed oilseeds and use a natural sweetener in the cream.
Benefits of the ingredients
The ingredients in Vegan Coconut Apricot Pavé bring rich flavors and unique textures.
The coconut milk adds creaminess, while the apricots add a tart touch that balances the dessert.
The use of vegan cookies ensures that everyone can enjoy this delight.
The Best Occasions to Serve Vegan Coconut Apricot Pave
Vegan Coconut Apricot Pavé is perfect for rounding off Christmas dinner in style.
Its lightness and balanced sweetness make it a great choice for other special celebrations, such as birthdays and family lunches.
Pair it with a mint-flavoured water or hibiscus iced tea to complement the flavours.
