Preheat the oven to 200/180 fan/gas mark 4 and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Toast the coconut in a dry pan, stir frequently for a few minutes until golden brown, and keep an eye on it as the coconut burns quickly. Take off the heat and leave to cool for a few minutes.
In a food processor add all of the ingredients except for the sliced almonds: turn on the food processor until the mixture begins to form a dough.
Transfer the dough into a large bowl, add the sliced almonds and combine thoroughly.
Shape the dough into a loaf shape.
Bake in the oven for 25 minutes then remove from the oven to cool for 10 minutes.
Cut into 2cm slices and lay each slice on its side.
Put the slices back in the oven for a further 30 minutes until golden brown.
Allow to rest until completely cool. Store in an airtight container for up to one week.