Cocada (Coconut Sweet) - Dairy-Free
A simple and sweet Brazilian coconut candy, made dairy-free for a light and refreshing treat.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Shredded Coconut (Unsweetened)
- 1 cup Sugar
- 1/2 cup Water
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.
Instructions
- 1In a saucepan, combine sugar and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
- 2Add the shredded coconut and lemon juice.
- 3Continue cooking, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and starts to crystallize (about 15-20 minutes).
- 4Remove from heat and spread the mixture onto a greased baking sheet.
- 5Let it cool completely and then cut into squares or desired shapes.
- 6Serve and enjoy!
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