Easy Mexican Coconut Candy Recipe (Dairy and Gluten-Free!)

sweetened condensed milk

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Coconut milk offers a dairy-free option, while evaporated milk is more economical.

pecans

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: walnuts

Almonds provide a healthier fat profile, while walnuts are often less expensive.

Preheat oven to 350°F. Line the baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a medium stainless steel bowl, combine egg whites, light brown granulated sugar, and white granulated sugar. Whisk to combine, but don’t get too much air in the mixture.

Add shredded coconut and gently fold in.

Scoop mix onto your baking sheet with the soup spoon or cookie scoop.

Bake for 15 mins or until golden on the top and the sides. Cool for around 30 mins before serving.

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