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Coconut Candy with Toasted Sesame recipe by Safe Plated

Coconut Candy with Toasted Sesame

Sweet and chewy coconut candy infused with toasted sesame seeds for a nutty flavor.

30m4 servings
Contains sesameDAIRY-free
280 cal|2g protein|40g carbs|15g fat|3g fiber

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Grated Coconut
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Water
  • 1/4 cup Toasted Sesame Seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

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

Instructions

  1. 1In a large pan, combine sugar and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
  2. 2Continue to cook, without stirring, until the mixture reaches the soft-ball stage (112.8-115.6°C or 112-115°C).
  3. 3Remove from heat and stir in grated coconut, toasted sesame seeds, and vanilla extract.
  4. 4Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
  5. 5Pour the mixture onto a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
  6. 6Spread it out evenly to your desired thickness.
  7. 7Let cool completely before cutting into small squares or rectangles.

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