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California Raisin Coconut Bites

Yields80 ServingsTotal Time25 mins

An easy-to-make nutritional powerhouse that can provide an energy boost!

California Raisin Coconut Bites

YIELD SIZE: 1000 g (80 balls @ 12 g)
SIZE PER SERVING: 1 ball (12 g)
EQUIPMENT NEEDED: Spatula, bowl scrapper, disposable food handling gloves, ice cream scoop (#70), scale, 1 medium and 7 small bowls, half sheet pan, food processor.
 288 g California Raisins
 150 g California Raisin Paste
 72 g Unsweetened Coconut, shredded and toasted
 55 g Almonds, flaked
 100 g Vegetable Oil
 100 g Wheat Germ, toasted
 150 g Oats, toasted
 85 g Apricot Jam
METHOD
1

Place all the ingredients (except for the shredded coconut, wheat germ and oats) until the mixture becomes a paste.

2

Transfer the mixture into a mixing bowl and add in the wheat germ and oats. Mix fully incorporated.

3

Form into small balls (approximately 12 g each) and coat them with shredded coconut.

4

Arrange on serving platter and serve.

CALIFORNIA PASTE
5

Raisin Paste is made by extruding raisins through a fine mesh screen. This paste can be used to add visual appeal and flavour to many products. Applications include bakery, bread, cereals, condiments, confectionery, dairy and snacks.

The texture of raisin paste can be controlled by using different grinding conditions. A very fine and smooth product can be obtained, as well as a coarser paste. Raisin paste can be blended with other liquid materials such as fruit juices, alcohol, dairy, vinegars, etc.

Store raisin paste at temperatures between 15°C and 21°C. Do not expose to air for extended periods. Provide cold storage and protection from insects for extended storage.

TIPS:
6

Prepare the California Raisin Paste ahead of time.

7

Toast wheat germ, oats and shredded coconut to obtain a deeper nutty flavour.

8

Use an ice cream scoop (#70) for easy handling.

9

Keeping your hands moist while rolling the balls will prevent the paste from sticking.

VARIATIONS :
10

Almonds can be substituted with any nut variety to vary the flavour profile.

11

Any flavour of jam can be used.

Nutrition Facts

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