Some people consider candy corn to be the ultimate fall treat and a staple Halloween candy. But here’s the thing…
Candy corn is a crap storm of refined sugar, corn syrup, artificial colors and synthetic flavors. EW! If you ask me, that is far from a treat.
The goods news is you can make a 100% natural candy corn-inspired treat that’s juicy, delicious and super easy to prepare.
Plus, it’s free of dairy, gluten and refined sugar and supplies you with vitamins, minerals and healthy fat. SCORE!
Photo & Recipe Cred: Fixate / Portion Fix System
THE RECIPE
~Yields 4 Servings~
Filling Ingredients:
- 2 cups of canned organic pineapple chunks, drained
- 1 cup of canned organic mandarin orange slices, drained
NOTE: Make sure the pineapple chunks and orange slices are canned solely in their own juice with no added sugar or artificial ingredients.
Whipped Cream Ingredients:
- 1 can of coconut cream
- 1 tablespoon of pure maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- Pinch of Himalayan pink salt
Directions:
- Chill the can of coconut cream in the fridge at least one night before making the candy corn cups. Open the can and drain the liquid off the top.
- Put the can of coconut cream, maple syrup, vanilla and sea salt in a mixing bowl (glass bowls like this work great) and beat the mixture until fluffy. (If you’re in the market for hand mixers/beaters, you can find a great selection HERE.)
- Take out 4 glass cups or dessert bowls – you can chill them beforehand if desired. In each cup, add 1/2 a cup of pineapple chunks and top it with 1/4 cup of mandarin orange slices. (You can find a nice selection of fun, stylish and convenient glass dessert bowls HERE!)
- Put a dollop of your homemade whipped cream on top of the orange slices.
- ENJOY!
BONUS: You can use the all-natural, dairy-free whipped cream recipe above for the topping on any sweet treats you desire!
Cheers to enjoying a healthy candy corn-inspired treat that’s easy to make and bursting with nutrition!
With love and gratitude,
Kandi
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