Vegan Coconut Ice

1. Add the coconut and sugar into a large mixing bowl, fold together with a wooden spoon. Once combined add in the condensed milk.

2. Give the mixture a very thorough mix to fully combine everything, it will become very stiff, but keep working to mix it completely.

3. This next step is optional – add a few drops of red food colouring to half the mixture, dust your hands with icing sugar, and knead it through. I did this in the mixing bowl, you can also knead on a working surface (I would recommend dusting the surface with more icing sugar first).

4. Firmly press the mixture down, using your hands or the flat bottom of a glass (again dusting your hands/glass with icing sugar). If you also did two layers, add the second layer on top and flatten that down too.

5. Finally chill the mixture in the fridge for a minimum of three hours. Then use a sharp knife and slice into strips or cubes, whichever you prefer!