Strawberry raspberry pistachio and coconut squares

Strawberry raspberry pistachio and coconut squares is a medium French recipe that serves 12. 180 calories per serving. Recipe by JustInCooking on YouTube.

Prep: 8 hrs 9 min | Cook: 55 min | Total: 9 hrs 24 min

Cost: $26.17 total, $2.18 per serving

Ingredients

  • 150 g Whole almonds (unroasted)
  • 100 g Shelled pistachios (unsalted)
  • 100 g Granola (pion type) (preferably without added sugar)
  • 50 g Shredded coconut (unsweetened)
  • 2 g Salt (a pinch)
  • 60 ml Maple syrup (pure)
  • 80 g Butter (melted then cooled)
  • 300 g Fresh strawberries (cut into pieces)
  • 200 g Fresh raspberries (whole)
  • 80 g Sugar (white or cane)
  • 30 ml Lemon juice (fresh)
  • 1 Bourbon vanilla bean (Madagascar) (seeds scraped, split pod added)
  • 8 Gelatin sheets (4 for the confit, 4 for the mousse, hydrated 10 min)
  • 200 g Strawberries (for mousse) (cut into pieces)
  • 150 g Raspberries (for mousse) (whole)
  • 70 g Sugar (for mousse)
  • 15 ml Lemon juice (for mousse) (fresh)
  • 200 ml Coconut cream (at room temperature)
  • 30 g Crushed pistachios (for garnish) (for sprinkling)
  • 20 g Diced strawberries (for garnish)
  • 20 g Whole raspberries (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the base

    In the blender bowl, place the almonds, pistachios and granola. Blend for a few seconds to coarsely crush.

    Time: PT5M

  2. Add the wet ingredients for the base

    Transfer the mixture to a bowl, add the shredded coconut, salt and maple syrup. Mix, then fold in the cooled melted butter using a spatula until the nuts are coated.

    Time: PT7M

  3. Form the base in the pan

    Line a 20 cm tart pan with parchment paper, pour the mixture, spread evenly and press firmly with a spatula.

    Time: PT5M

  4. Cool the base

    Place the pan in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to set the base.

    Time: PT30M

  5. Hydrate the gelatin (confit)

    Soak 4 gelatin sheets in a large bowl of cold water for 10 minutes.

    Time: PT10M

  6. Cook the strawberry‑raspberry confit

    In a saucepan, combine the cut strawberries, raspberries, sugar and lemon juice. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the fruit releases its juice.

    Time: PT15M

  7. Flavor the confit

    Split the vanilla bean, scrape the seeds and add them to the compote, then return the split pod to the saucepan.

    Time: PT5M

  8. Thicken the confit

    Continue cooking for another 10 minutes, gently pressing with a potato masher to achieve a slightly smoother texture while still retaining pieces.

    Time: PT10M

  9. Incorporate the gelatin into the confit

    Remove the saucepan from heat, squeeze the gelatin and add it to the hot confit. Stir until fully dissolved.

    Time: PT2M

  10. Pour the confit over the base

    Pour the confit over the cooled base, spreading evenly with a spatula.

    Time: PT5M

  11. Cool the confit

    Place the pan in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to set the confit.

    Time: PT2H

  12. Hydrate the gelatin (mousse)

    Soak the remaining 4 gelatin sheets in a bowl of cold water for 10 minutes.

    Time: PT10M

  13. Cook the compote for the mousse

    In a saucepan, combine the strawberries, raspberries, sugar and lemon juice. Cook over medium‑low heat, stirring regularly until the mixture releases a lot of juice, then reduce for 15‑20 minutes until reaching a translucent jam‑like consistency.

    Time: PT20M

  14. Add the gelatin to the mousse

    Remove from heat, squeeze the gelatin and incorporate it into the hot compote. Stir until fully dissolved.

    Time: PT2M

  15. Cool the compote

    Allow the preparation to cool to room temperature (about 30 minutes).

    Time: PT30M

  16. Incorporate the coconut cream

    In a bowl, gradually add the room‑temperature coconut cream to the cooled compote, mixing between each addition until a homogeneous texture is achieved.

    Time: PT5M

  17. Blend the mousse

    Use an immersion blender to blend the mixture for 30 seconds to obtain a smooth, lightly aerated mousse.

    Time: PT3M

  18. Pour the mousse over the confit

    Pour the mousse over the set confit, spreading evenly with a spatula.

    Time: PT5M

  19. Cool the mousse

    Return the pan to the refrigerator for at least 4 hours to fully set the mousse.

    Time: PT4H

  20. Unmold and cut

    Run a sharp knife along the edge, gently remove the square, then cut into 25 small squares (or desired size).

    Time: PT10M

  21. Decorate

    Sprinkle the squares with crushed pistachios and place a few small strawberries and raspberries on each square.

    Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories
180
Protein
3 g
Carbohydrates
20 g
Fat
10 g
Fiber
2 g

Dietary info: Vegetarian, Dairy‑free, Gluten‑free (if gluten‑free granola), low-carb, low-calorie, very-low-calorie

Allergens: Almonds, Pistachios, Gelatin

Last updated: April 7, 2026

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Strawberry raspberry pistachio and coconut squares

Recipe by JustInCooking

Gourmet squares composed of a crunchy almond, pistachio, granola and coconut base, a fresh strawberry‑raspberry confit flavored with vanilla and a light mousse of strawberry, raspberry and coconut. Ideal for a fresh and elegant dessert.

MediumFrenchServes 12

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Source Video
8h 19m
Prep
45m
Cook
1h 5m
Cleanup
10h 9m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$26.17
Total cost
$2.18
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Properly hydrate the gelatin before adding to hot preparations.
  • Melt the butter without overheating before incorporating into the base.
  • Allow the confit and mousse to cool to room temperature before adding gelatin.
  • Refrigerate each layer for the indicated time to set completely.
  • Unmold gently to avoid breaking the squares.

Safety Warnings

  • Be careful when handling hot melted butter.
  • Do not consume undissolved gelatin.
  • Use a sharp knife for unmolding.
  • Watch the saucepan during confit cooking to avoid overflow.

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