Carob Carmels

 

Carob Carmels

1 cup coconut

1/2 cup carob powder

1 cup soymilk powder

1 tsp. vanilla

3/4 cup honey or alternative sweetener

2 Tbsp. Earth Balance margarine

1 tsp. orange rind, grated

1/8 tsp. salt

1 cup nuts, finely chopped

Mix all ingredients, except nuts, together in bowl.  Spread 1/2 cup of nuts in the bottom of a pan.  Add the carob mixture and spread over the nuts.  Press firmly.  Sprinkle the remaining nuts over the top.  Pat down.  Chill and cut into squares.  Wrap individually.

Makes:  24 carmels