Sweet Coconut Filling can be used as filling for sweet buns, pulut inti and kuih ketayap.

To remove almond skin, soak almonds in hot water for 10 minutes.

Use as a filling for pastries, doughnuts, cakes and biscuits, and for Maritozzi.

Setting point test: place a saucer in the freezer (5-10 minutes). Place 1 tsp jam onto the saucer. When cool, push jam with your finger. If it wrinkles, it is ready. If not, boil jam for a further 2 min/110°C/speed 3 , then test again.

You can find coconut flesh (fresh and/or frozen) at most Asian grocers. If using frozen coconut flesh, defrost and drain before using.

If you cannot find already roasted hazelnuts, you can toast them before preparation. Preheat the oven to 160°C. Spread the hazelnuts on the oven tray and toast them in a hot oven for 10 minutes (160°C). Allow them to cool slightly before using.

You can store berry curd in the refrigerator for up to 4 weeks.

Serve with desserts such as ice cream, semolina pudding, vanilla pudding, fresh fruit, pancakes, etc.

To prepare jars, thoroughly wash jars and lids in hot, soapy water. Rinse by pouring over boiling water. Prepare for filling, if needed, by placing on a clean tea towel in a roasting tin and heat in the oven at 100˚C until required.