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Coconut Candy recipe by Safe Plated

Coconut Candy

A sweet and chewy treat made from grated coconut and sugar. Naturally gluten-free and a simple indulgence.

20m8 servings
WHEAT-free
150 cal|1g protein|20g carbs|8g fat|1g fiber

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Grated coconut
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Water
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

  1. 1In a saucepan, combine the grated coconut, sugar, and water.
  2. 2Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and starts to caramelize.
  3. 3Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. 4Spread the mixture onto a greased baking sheet or plate.
  5. 5Let it cool and harden, then break or cut into pieces.

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