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Considering installing a double oven? The benefits of having a double oven are two-fold, beyond just doubling your available cooking space.  Incorporating a double oven in your kitchen reno may sound like a needless extravagance to some, but the truth is having two ovens in your kitchen has a whole host of benefits – from flexibility to space-saving, explore all the advantages below.    Double ovens are great for entertaining If you are someone who loves to have friends over for a Friday night home-cooked banquet, then a double oven would serve you well. A NEFF double wall oven allows you to cook different meals at the same time, meaning you can have your mouth-watering Apple Kuchen Tart baking while your roast beef cooks away. Two ovens also mean double the racks, so if you’re cooking for a crowd of 20+ all your appetizers can cook at the same time. Find out how hassle-free double ovens really are from a NEFF customer:  “Best Oven I’ve Ever Had – I research everything I buy. Everything these days upon inspection seems cheaply made, what a breath of fresh air the NEFF double oven was. At the forefront of modern oven technology for the average Joe like me. So much room in the lower oven, perfect for entertaining cooking for many guests and having the versatility of 2 cooking spaces. Whisper quiet and so easy to clean with using horrid chemicals.”    NEFF double ovens also come with Pyrolytic Self-Cleaning, meaning you never have to worry about big spills getting baked in. This function allows you to wipe any mess away after your oven has cooled down.  Allergy friendly: Great for those with food intolerances  One of the other great advantages of double ovens? People with food allergies have the ability to cook their own allergy-sensitive dishes in a separate oven to the rest of the family, ensuring there’s no transfer of ingredients between foods. In fact, valued NEFF customer Janine – whose son suffers from Coeliac Disease – swears by her NEFF double oven when cooking dishes for her family.  “It’s such a relief to be able to pop my son’s gluten-free meals in the smaller top oven and the rest of the family’s meal in the larger main oven. Macaroni cheese is a firm favourite with my crew, which used to stress me out because it contains gluten and I worried there might be contamination between dishes when I put both in one oven. My NEFF double oven means I can relax and enjoy a lovely meal with my family – even though we’re eating completely different dishes.”    Individual Macaroni Cheese  Gluten Free Recipes & Tips   How to use Coconut Flour to create gluten-free dishes • Gluten-free Dipped Shortbread Recipe • Grilled Mushrooms and Prosciutto • Whole Roasted Cauliflower • Roasted Vegetable Frittata    More flexibility to cook multiple items at once  Dedicated home chefs who love to entertain will relish in the flexibility of the NEFF double oven. With both CircoTherm and CircoTherm Intensive functions included you can cook, roast and bake simultaneously, creating a whole menu of completely different dishes without flavours intermingling. Yes, you read that correctly – the top oven holds a 34L capacity with 3 shelf positions and the bottom oven holds a 71L capacity with 4 shelf positions. Meaning? No time spent heating up food In the microwave because it’s gone cold waiting for your other dishes to cook, letting you enjoy a stress-free dinner party with your beloved guests.    More than just food: an upgrade to your kitchen Aside from the myriad benefits a double oven brings to your cooking, it can also add value to your home. Kitchen renovations yield the highest return on investment when it comes to upgrading a house, so having a modern, highly functional kitchen could make a real difference when the time comes to sell.  To find out more about the NEFF double oven, visit our product page here.    Choose your own layout  With NEFF products you can pair our full size ovens and compact appliances together, creating a sleek and stylish finish that looks like one appliance. So, if you’d rather have a side by side double oven due to the size or design of your kitchen, you can choose exactly that! Combinations could include two Slide&Hide® Single Ovens, or a Slide&Hide® Single Oven next to a SeamlessCombination® of a Compact Oven with a 14cm Warming Drawer. It all depends how you like to cook and use your kitchen.      Can I used steam with a NEFF Double Oven?  Currently, the NEFF Double Oven does not feature steam functionality. However, if this is an important feature for you then you can look at setting up your own stacked oven arrangement. Whether you use two full-size ovens or a compact NEFF oven atop a full-size oven you can mix and match your functionality to get the full range of cooking benefits.     Unsure which way to go?     Book a 1:1 consultation with a NEFF product specialist or book a call with our team here.    About NEFF   NEFF is a German-engineered kitchen appliance brand, with a product range that includes ovens, cooktops, rangehoods, coffee machines and dishwashers designed to make life in the kitchen a daily pleasure. For people who love to cook, NEFF gives you the tools to creative meaningful connections, express your creativity and make memories. Because real life happens in the kitchen.   Learn more about NEFF here.   

Snacks Christmas Gingerbread Need a last-minute gift? This gingerbread recipe will do the trick! Both chewy and delicious, you can’t go wrong. Wagon Wheel Christmas Truffles We’ve turned a classic Australian biscuit into a decadent dessert. The mix of marshmallows and raspberry jam will have you and your guests reminiscing back to their childhood. Tip: make these a few days out from Christmas to save time closer to the big day. Christmas Shortbread Shortbread is a traditional Christmas treat and it makes a great gift. This easy recipe can make three different styles of shortbread. Each style of shortbread will require one set of ingredients. Custard Mince Pies One just isn’t enough. These are great for baking in batches and freezing to keep you going throughout the Christmas season. The perfect accompaniment to your afternoon tea. Christmas Wreath Biscuits These Christmas wreath biscuits make a lovely decoration for your home during the festive season that taste delicious as well! Make these with the kids for a festive treat or a sentimental gift for a friend. Fruit Cake This traditional snack is a crowd pleaser over the festive season. Keep this one handy for a tasty tide-me-over at any time of the day. Mains Roast Turkey The triumphant centrepiece of any Christmas feast, a perfectly-cooked roast turkey will linger long in your family’s memory. The secret to an unforgettable Christmas turkey? Tender and succulent flesh and crisp golden skin. And let’s not forget a fragrant herb-studded stuffing and drizzle of rich turkey jus! Glazed Christmas Ham and spice glaze will make your home smell of Christmas and will put you in the festive spirit. This recipe is great for people with a gluten-free diet. Ensure you check each ingredient you purchase to ensure it does not contain gluten. Rolled Cranberry and Pistachio Stuffed Chicken This stuffed whole chicken is delicious hot or cold and great for a picnic. The homemade cranberry sauce is a traditional condiment which will also go well with the Christmas Turkey or Ham. Christmas Roast Turkey Breast with Roasted Grapes A beautiful Christmas main with just the right amount of sweetness added by the roasted grapes. Sides Yorkshire Puddings Is there anything more satisfying than the crispy crunch of golden pastry? Even better, these puddings require merely 4 ingredients and a muffin tray. Preheat your oven for five minutes on BreadBaking to ensure the perfect conditions for crunchy, springy puddings. Dinner Rolls Is there anything better than freshly-made dinner rolls? Add these easy and delicious dinner rolls to your next dinner party menu. Pear, Fennel and Brazil Nut Christmas Stuffing It’s not Christmas without the perfect stuffing. Packed with flavour, this stuffing recipe will be a hit with everyone at the Christmas table. Pair with chicken, turkey or as a side dish for your guests to grab as much as they please. Rosemary and Garlic Smashed Potatoes A delicious accompaniment to your roast. These potatoes are packed with flavour, with just the right amount of crunch. Caramelised Carrots and Pine Nuts Golden toasted pine nuts marry so well with the sweet caramelised carrots. This dish can be eaten hot or at room temperature. A wonderful vegetarian dish or accompaniment for roast meats. Pumpkin Salad with Cauliflower, Quinoa and Pomegranate A warm salad for autumn, with sweet pumpkin, spiced cauliflower, fresh herbs and the delightful sour tang from pomegranate molasses. Dessert Orange Almond Chocolate Ice Cream Sandwiches These star shaped ice cream sandwiches with orange and chocolate ice cream are perfect to make ahead of Christmas and assemble on the day, because who doesn’t love efficiency around Christmas?! Summer Pavlova Our summer Pavlova makes the most out of the seasonal fruit in summer time. Not only is this classic pavlova a beautiful dessert for Christmas entertaining, but it’s really great for all celebrations. Pavlovas might not be quite as elegant as layer cakes or a classic citrus tart, but they make up for it with their beautiful toppings, character and the simplicity of the dish. Gingerbread, Custard and Caramel Christmas Trifle Yes, this trifle tastes as good as it looks. If you’re after a show stopping dessert for Christmas time that will impress your guests and excite those tastebuds, then look no further because you’ve found it! Mixed Berry Trifle This Mixed Berry Trifle recipe is the perfect dessert to prepare for a summer get together to make the most of an abundance of fresh berries. Christmas Pudding Alongside unwrapping presents and slicing turkey, Christmas puddings are a favourite festive tradition. It's easy to ensure the perfect juicy, sweet texture using NEFF's FullSteam oven. Whether you serve your pudding with custard, cream, ice cream or fresh fruit is up to you! Gingerbread Cookie Cake A Christmas time dessert which looks impressive but is actually quite simple! Cherry Strudel This delightfully delicious cherry strudel is the perfect way to make the most of cherry season and is great for Christmas Day. With flaky pastry, a sweet cherry filling and an impressive appearance, it will leave your guests wanting more. Chocolate Pavlova Torte with Mocha Hazelnut Filling This rich, indulgent meringue is a showstopper. The European-style coffee-spiked mocha hazelnut filling sandwiches layers of fluffy, light meringue with the most decadent, divinely rich, oozing chocolate sauce. While meringue is often considered a challenge, the CircoTherm® function makes it effortless to achieve exactly the right consistency and application of heat. Festive Gingerbread Layer Cake The perfect bake to try for Christmas! Chocolate Beetroot Bundt Cake with Sweet Beetroot Chips & Beetroot Ripple Ice Cream A deliciously moist chocolate cake packed with nutritious grated beetroot, our Christmas bundt cake proves that easy Christmas desserts and good ol’ fashioned veggies can co-exist. Ready to get merry? Sweet beetroot chips and a decadent beetroot ripple ice cream elevate the classic chocolate icing, while the cake’s fudgy texture will be a hit with kids and adults alike. Pistachio Pavlova Roll This dessert is gorgeous to look at and even better to dig your spoon into. It combines the crunchy, nutty pistachios with a fluffy, sweet pavlova meringue all held together by a wonderfully creamy filling. The CircoTherm® function applies even heat, taking the guesswork out of the perfect spin on an iconic Australian festive centrepiece. Chocolate Roulade This decadent, fabulous chocolate dessert will have your guests lining up for second, third and perhaps even fourth servings. It combines a luscious chocolate cake base - achieved simply using CircoTherm® - with sophisticated, dark chocolate richness and the addition of cream and strawberries makes it a flawless dessert. It can be made the day before serving, ensuring that you spend your time with your loved ones rather than in the kitchen.   Christmas is a time for fun, family and flavour and with these recipes it will feel like all your Christmases have come at once.

There’s nothing worse than baking cookies and being disappointed. And while cookies are often one of the first things we learn to make, finding the perfect recipe for your cookie craving can be hard. Luckily, we’ve got plenty of tried and tested cookies in The NEFF Kitchen. Our team of home economists diligently test the quantities and ingredients for the best taste and foolproof outcomes. Yes, taste-testing is a difficult part of our job but it’s one we gladly undertake to ensure you have the best cookies, every time. Here are some of our favourite cookie recipes: Chocolate chip cookies It’s a classic for a reason. Often when you’re craving a cookie, this is what your brain is picturing. With a soft centre, crisp edges and oozey chocolate chips, this really is the ultimate cookie. Get our chocolate chip cookie recipe here, and while you’re at it, why not check out our triple chocolate cookie slice recipe? It’s everything you love about the classic cookie in a thicker, chocolate bonanza of a slice. Basic cookie recipe Whether you’re wanting to use what you have on hand or just like to experiment with your cookie mix-ins, you need to have a great go-to basic cookie recipe. Our version is shown with cranberries and pistachios mixed through but you can add anything – nuts, white chocolate, dried fruit. Your imagination and tastebuds write this recipe. Get the recipe for our basic cookies here. Shortbread biscuits We love a good shortbread recipe around here. In fact, our Christmas shortbread recipe is actually three delicious recipes in one! But if you’re wanting to make something that is more intolerance friendly, then you’ll love our gluten free dipped shortbread. Using gluten free flours and dipped in melted chocolate, we decorate with a variety of toppings like crushed nuts and orange zest for a fancy finish. Get the recipe for our gluten free dipped shortbread here. Melting moments When it comes to cookies, sometimes classic recipes really are best. Lots of people think that melting moments are something that you can only buy in store, but once you start making them at home they really can’t be beat. Best of all, they’re a cookie that leaves room experimentation. Just try our chocolate melting moments with peanut butter ganache if you don’t believe us! Get our classic melting moments recipe here. Caramel filled Salted Shortbreads Here we go with the shortbread again. We can’t help it, they’re just some of the best. This adult is a very grown up spin, with salted caramel adding a rich and decadent filling that you’re sure to love. Get the recipe for our caramel filled salted shortbreads here. Hint: Use your Steam function on your oven to make the caramel filling for optimal results. Don’t have an oven with steam? Not to worry, you can check out our FullSteam oven range here. White chocolate, almond and cranberry biscotti We love biscottis because they look fancy when you have guests coming around, but they store like a dream. This means you’re not going to feel ‘forced’ into eating a whole batch at once, but can have them on hand when your cup of tea requires a little company. Get the recipe for our white chocolate, almond and cranberry biscotti here. Wondering why your cookies never come out perfect? Opening your oven door to check them could be your first mistake. By doing this, you’re releasing air from the oven resulting in often deflated cookies.  The solution? An oven that ensures each and every cookie is always visible, without needing to open the oven door. Give your cookies the spotlight they deserve with the NeffLight. Click here to find about this unique feature. Want some more tips and tricks? Check out our guide to baking cupcakes and cookies here for all the best tips and advice. ___________________________________________________ About NEFF NEFF is a German-engineered kitchen appliance brand, with a product range that includes ovens, cooktops, rangehoods, coffee machines and dishwashers designed to make life in the kitchen a daily pleasure. For people who love to cook, NEFF gives you the tools to creative meaningful connections, express your creativity and make memories. Because real life happens in the kitchen.

From a hearty serving of fluffy gnocchi to a forkful of twirled linguini, nothing beats a bowl of pasta - even better when it’s made with love. So, we’ve collected our favourite homemade pasta and sauce recipes from around the NEFF kitchen to bring a little bit of Italy into your own kitchen. Why homemade? When it’s so easy to buy pasta from the supermarket, making your own can feel like a daunting task. But homemade pasta is easier than you imagine, and has a texture and flavour unrivalled by the bulk supermarket stock. Plus, there’s nothing like a homemade sauce to round out a family meal. What ingredients do I need to make pasta? This depends on what kind of pasta you’re making. From lasagne to spaghetti, most traditional homemade pasta recipes use flour and eggs, sometimes with additional salt, but you can also find egg-free, gluten-free and rice flour pastas, so keep looking. It’s imperative to use fresh eggs, and most recipes call for quality flour types like “00” or semolina. Here are some hot tips to nail your recipes: Know when to fold Kneading is a key part of pasta making. The perfect dough has been folded, and re-folded, until the eggs and flour are seamlessly combined. Olive oil is your friend Is your dough too dry? Add a few drops of olive oil. Don’t use water or more eggs, as this will mess with the consistency. Too sticky? Use a bit of extra flour. Let it rest To give your pasta the best chance at success, wrap it and give it time to rest for at least an hour - overnight if possible. This makes it easier to roll your dough out and cut it into your desired shape. Now, choose your recipe and get started. Make gnocchi from scratch (the Italian way) Soften your potatoes, measure out your flour and grind your salt - it’s time to serve up a bowl of NEFF’s delightful gnocchi dumplings, cooked to perfection in your Fullsteam oven. With only three ingredients, this potato pasta is one of the easiest ways to attempt to make pasta at home. When the small pieces of fluffy comfort have risen to the surface, top them with a roasted tomato sauce. Ricotta gnocchi with pumpkin and blue cheese sauce Ready to step it up a notch? This creamy ricotta gnocchi is just as easy to whip up with all the ingredients in one bowl. The sauce is a delicate, cheesy concoction laced with fresh basil and sautéed vegetables, sure to become a family favourite for the adults around the table. Make your own pumpkin pasta This fresh, colourful take on homemade pasta is the perfect way to make your pasta a little more exciting (and healthy). Kids will love the orange hue, and your palate will love the simple, striking flavours. By adding ½ cup of pumpkin puree to your salt, eggs and flour, you’ve got a winning comfort recipe on your hands. Or step it up a notch with our garlic and feta-stuffed Pumpkin Ravioli recipe. The perfect tomato and basil pasta sauce Best served atop an al dente bowl of fresh linguini, this heirloom tomato sauce recipe has fast become a staple in the NEFF recipe book. Fill your induction cooktop with the scent of Italy and whip up this seasonal mix of ripe tomatoes, chili, garlic, basil, olive oil and white wine in under 20 minutes. Try this walnut-sage butter When it comes to pasta, less is often more - especially if you’re short on time. This quick and creamy mix of roasted walnuts, fresh sage leaves and melted butter can help bring your homemade pasta to life. We can highly recommend this sauce on a bowl of beetroot gnocchi.  ___________________________________________________  About NEFF   NEFF is a German-engineered kitchen appliance brand, with a product range that includes ovens, cooktops, rangehoods, coffee machines and dishwashers designed to make life in the kitchen a daily pleasure. For people who love to cook, NEFF gives you the tools to create meaningful connections, express your creativity and make memories. Because real life happens in the kitchen.   Learn more about NEFF here.

It’s not often that a vegetable as seemingly simple as a cauliflower can surprise you with so many different creative uses. From the sophisticated nutty flavour it takes on when baked or roasted, to the delicious creaminess it embodies when steamed or blended, the white cruciferous staple is packed with versatility and vitamins - particularly fibre and B-vitamins. Tuck into these delicious creamy and cheesy cauliflower recipes and give the unassuming vegetable a well-deserved centre-stage spot in your home kitchen this winter… Cauliflower baked in the oven Simple but unbeatable, this baked cheesy cauliflower recipe lets the vegetables do the talking. With a delicious selection of seasonings and the perfect cooking technique in your NEFF oven, you’ll be left with a new family favourite. The recipe uses added steam which means there is no need to par-boil your cauliflower. Simply put all your ingredients on one tray and let your oven do the work for you. The perfect salad ingredient Roasted cauliflower makes a great addition to a salad, especially in autumn and winter where a plate of leafy greens may not feel so inviting. This pumpkin, quinoa and pomegranate salad incorporates roasted cauliflower florets for a nutty, warming addition. Soup up your soups Add steamed cauliflower to your warm winter soups and blend fully to give them a light yet creamy consistency. The soft and creamy nature of the cauliflower will help bulk up your recipe with creamy textures and loads of nutrients - without ruining the flavour profile of your original recipe. Try adding half a cauliflower head to the NEFF pumpkin soup recipe. Cauliflower mac and cheese There’s nothing like a hearty comfort meal on a cold winter’s evening. But we can’t quite live on mac and cheese alone until the spring comes… Give your family favourites an indulgent, nutrient-rich makeover by replacing the pasta element with seasoned cauliflower. You can even go half pasta and half cauliflower to sneak those veggies in - great for fussy eaters who don’t like vegetables. Have you tried making cauliflower pizza bases? Gluten-free home cooks around the world will know this trick well - replace your flour with chopped cauliflower and you can make a delicious pizza base that pairs perfectly with a selection of toppings and cheeses. And it’s super simple to make - simply combine cauliflower with eggs, cheese and seasoning in a food processor for a melt-in-your-mouth crust.  

Christmas is a time for giving. But shopping centres can be a nightmare at this time of the year, and it can be difficult to find a gift that tells your loved ones just how much they mean to you. So instead of spending a fortune on presents that end up at the back of the cupboard, why not try these delicious edible gifts. Making them is a great way to get the kids to participate in the festive season while teaching them some valuable new skills in the kitchen.   Here are our favourite edible gifts to whip up this Christmas:  Gingerbread Gingerbread is the ultimate festive gift for your friends with a sweet tooth. From simple Christmas trees to decadent houses, complete with candy cane windows and tim-tam doors, there are a number of ways you can decorate your gift before putting it under the tree. Try this NEFF recipe to seriously impress your friends this festive season.    Infused Olive Oil Do you have a friend that’s trying to take their home cooking to the next level? Then look no further than this collection of tasty olive oil infusions that will give your dishes a little bit of extra sparkle. Loaded with everything from chilli to thyme, these are sure to put a smile on your friend’s face.  Take a look at the NEFF recipe here.   Shortbread Coming from Scotland, but loved across the globe, these rich and buttery treats are the perfect dessert to give to your family and friends this Christmas. You can parcel them individually or pack them in a hamper for an edible Christmas gift everyone will love.    Take your pick from our range of shortbread recipes below.   Christmas Shortbread  Caramel Filled Shortbread  Gluten Free Dipped Orange Shortbread  Strawberry Jam Whether it’s a picnic or a tea party, it’s always good to have a jar of home-made strawberry jam on hand when you are entertaining guests. So why not have a go at this Australian classic, perfect for scones or sponge cake treats. With just three ingredients, strawberry jam is an easy edible Christmas gift to make with the kids. We’ve got the perfect summer recipe right here. Macarons You can bring a little bit of France to your Australian celebration with these chocolate macarons made from almond meal and icing sugar. Your friends will adore the sweetness of the chocolate as it contrasts with the spicy kick of chilli ganache. If you want to put your culinary skills to the test this festive season, check out the NEFF recipe here. Sourdough bread 2020 has been the year of baking bread and boy, have we loved it! The best thing about this is that everyone loves bread so you literally can’t go wrong. Use the Dough Providing function on your NEFF oven to make sure your bread comes out perfect.    Click here for the recipe.   Almond, White Chocolate and Cranberry  Biscotti   Bring a touch of Italy to your friend’s Christmas this year with Italian Biscotti. This gift not only tastes delicious but it lasts forever, so your friends can enjoy this for days after Christmas. Hot tip: double the recipe’s ingredients and you’ll have enough for at least 4 friends.   Take a look at the recipe here.   Hot chocolate in a jar Australians might not have the white Christmas most of the world enjoys, but that doesn't mean we can't appreciate a steaming mug of hot chocolate. These pre-made hot chocolate mixes are great to have in the pantry and will be a welcome addition to any camping trip. To make these fantastic gifts, start with clean lidded jars that can hold about 500ml or 16oz. In separate bowls, measure out 3/4 cup cocoa powder, 3/4 cup caster sugar and 1 cup powdered full cream milk (can also be made with non-dairy and low fat powdered milks, but full cream works the best for a deliciously creamy end result). Layer the dry ingredients into your jars and top with mini marshmallows and chocolate chips. Seal your jar and tie with festive ribbon. For the instructions, simply remove the marshmallows, mix all the dry ingredients and add hot water. Stir to combine and add in your marshmallows before enjoying. A single jar should have at least two servings inside depending on your appetite.

Gluten-free home cooks have long enjoyed the nutty, flavourful bags of almond flour in their pantries. But it’s not just a great substitute for wheat –finely ground almonds make for a great flavour and texture profile in any bake, from delightful macarons to rich breads and pastries. It is, however, a little difficult to get an almond flour substitution right every time without a few tricks up your sleeve. Here are our top tips for baking with everyone’s favourite nut: Almond meal vs almond flour Although they can often be used interchangeably, almond flour and meal are not the same thing. Meal is a little courser, sometimes roughly chopped with the skins still on the nuts. Flour is finely ground from blanched almonds that have been skinned. Both can be used in a variety of baked dishes, but almond flour is a little more versatile. The lighter your desired dish (like a macaron or fluffy cake), the finer you want your flour ground, so steer clear of almond meal until the heavier dishes come along. Get your ratios right Although there are many delicious recipes designed specifically for almond flour, most wheat flour recipes can be tweaked with a few substitution tricks. Almond flour is a little more moist than wheat flour, and doesn’t have quite the same binding qualities. You’ll do best to substitute 1:1 to begin with, as many recipes respond well to this direct replacement. But be prepared to add more almond flour as you go to compensate for the wetter batter. You’ll also want to keep a few extra egg whites handy if you want to ensure that your bake doesn’t fall apart. Aim for a relatively stiff batter, adding more almond flour until you’ve found your desired texture. Last but not least: keep it cool Because of its high moisture content and oilier texture, almond meal and almond flour should ideally be stored in cooler environments like the fridge or freezer if you’re not using them frequently. Make sure that your containers or packets are well-sealed to avoid extra moisture from the air getting in. The same rule of “keep it cool” applies to the actual cooking or baking process too. Almond meals and flours burn a whole lot quicker than regular flours, so might get too hot too quickly and leave the tops of your dishes crunchy and over-browned. Try making “tents” with foil to cover your baking trays and tins in the oven to keep your batter luscious and nutty.

Coconuts come in one shape and size on the palm tree: round, brown and heavy – but they come in all different shapes and sizes in the fruit and veg aisle at the grocery store! Should you be buying desiccated or shredded coconut? When is coconut milk better than coconut cream? What is coconut water? The NEFF Kitchen explores what types of coconut are available at your local supermarket and where they shine most when cooking with coconut: Dried Coconut: Desiccated, Shaved, Flaked and Shredded As with many fruits, coconuts retain their sugars and much of their flavour profile when dried. Without all of their original liquid content, the various forms of dried coconut become incredibly versatile, lending themselves to a range of bakes, rubs and crumbles: Desiccated coconut refers to the relatively finely grated and dried mix often found covering your favourite lamington recipe, or sprinkled over other delicious baked goods. This is the best option for baking into slices, cakes and biscuits. On the other hand, shredded coconut is a little more coarsely grated, with longer strands, and a bit of a higher moisture content. This manifestation bodes well baked into muffins and savoury dishes or incorporated into your sides, like rice and salads. Flaked or shaved coconut refers to quite large, thin shavings – perfect for roasting or adding to your granola and trail mixes! Lastly, coconut flour can be used as a gluten-free, sweet substitute for cake flour in many baked dishes. It’s a little more absorbent than wheat flour, so requires a bit of recipe tweaking, but makes for delicious, creamy brownies, cakes and muffins – without any of the carb-heavy wheat. Buying your coconuts whole Coconuts are delicious in their purest, picked-from-the-tree form, and can be purchased whole at most grocers. You can drink the fresh coconut water directly from the bowl, scrape out the flesh (to be enjoyed raw or incorporated into curries and salads) – or fill the shell with your favourite cocktails and fruit salads. Otherwise, many shops also sell chopped or cubed fresh coconut pieces. These often have the hard outer rind removed so that you can enjoy them as little snacks on the go. Types of Coconut Oil Everyone loves coconut oil – it is easy to cook with and delicious as an addition to salad dressings and baked goods. You can buy coconut oil in refined form – a subtle flavour best for general use in fried, roasted or baked dishes that don’t require that hit of coconut flavour. Or coconut oil can also be bought virgin: often arriving in a more solidified, paste-like consistency with rich flavour profiles and fresh coconut smell: great for easily firming up raw slices, incorporating in your baking and curries, or for use as a butter-like substitute to spread on breads, cakes and muffins. Coconut Milk vs Coconut Cream Curries, smoothies and desserts rejoice at the sound of coconut milk and coconut cream! In a similar fashion to dairy, the cream option is best for richer, thicker sauces and dishes – and can even just be dolloped as is on top of your favourite pudding. Coconut milk is a little more versatile, and can be used in a range of dishes – from smoothies, to sauces, and even a simple splash in your morning coffee.

Coconuts come in one shape and size on the palm tree: round, brown and heavy – but they come in all different shapes and sizes in the fruit and veg aisle at the grocery store! Should you be buying desiccated or shredded coconut? When is coconut milk better than coconut cream? What is coconut water? The NEFF Kitchen explores what types of coconut are available at your local supermarket and where they shine most when cooking with coconut: Dried Coconut: Desiccated, Shaved, Flaked and Shredded As with many fruits, coconuts retain their sugars and much of their flavour profile when dried. Without all of their original liquid content, the various forms of dried coconut become incredibly versatile, lending themselves to a range of bakes, rubs and crumbles: Desiccated coconut refers to the relatively finely grated and dried mix often found covering your favourite lamington recipe, or sprinkled over other delicious baked goods. This is the best option for baking into slices, cakes and biscuits. On the other hand, shredded coconut is a little more coarsely grated, with longer strands, and a bit of a higher moisture content. This manifestation bodes well baked into muffins and savoury dishes or incorporated into your sides, like rice and salads. Flaked or shaved coconut refers to quite large, thin shavings – perfect for roasting or adding to your granola and trail mixes! Lastly, coconut flour can be used as a gluten-free, sweet substitute for cake flour in many baked dishes. It’s a little more absorbent than wheat flour, so requires a bit of recipe tweaking, but makes for delicious, creamy brownies, cakes and muffins – without any of the carb-heavy wheat. Buying your coconuts whole Coconuts are delicious in their purest, picked-from-the-tree form, and can be purchased whole at most grocers. You can drink the fresh coconut water directly from the bowl, scrape out the flesh (to be enjoyed raw or incorporated into curries and salads) – or fill the shell with your favourite cocktails and fruit salads. Otherwise, many shops also sell chopped or cubed fresh coconut pieces. These often have the hard outer rind removed so that you can enjoy them as little snacks on the go. Types of Coconut Oil Everyone loves coconut oil – it is easy to cook with and delicious as an addition to salad dressings and baked goods. You can buy coconut oil in refined form – a subtle flavour best for general use in fried, roasted or baked dishes that don’t require that hit of coconut flavour. Or coconut oil can also be bought virgin: often arriving in a more solidified, paste-like consistency with rich flavour profiles and fresh coconut smell: great for easily firming up raw slices, incorporating in your baking and curries, or for use as a butter-like substitute to spread on breads, cakes and muffins. Coconut Milk vs Coconut Cream Curries, smoothies and desserts rejoice at the sound of coconut milk and coconut cream! In a similar fashion to dairy, the cream option is best for richer, thicker sauces and dishes – and can even just be dolloped as is on top of your favourite pudding. Coconut milk is a little more versatile, and can be used in a range of dishes – from smoothies, to sauces, and even a simple splash in your morning coffee.