How to make Coconut Drops By Chef Carlton

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar provides a lower glycemic index.

fresh coconut

🥗Healthier: desiccated coconut

💰Cheaper: canned coconut

Desiccated coconut is easier to find and store.

Cut the coconuts into pieces.

Prepare ginger, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt.

Bring water to a boil.

Add the cut coconut, ginger, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt to the boiling water.

Stir constantly for 25 to 30 minutes using a wooden or plastic spoon.

Look for bubbles and a thick syrup consistency, stirring continuously to prevent sticking.

Once the mixture is thick and the sugar is crystallizing, reduce heat to low.

Prepare parchment paper or wax paper for cooling.

Spoon the mixture onto the parchment or wax paper in desired shapes.

Let the coconut drops cool at room temperature before separating.

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