Coconut Chip Chip | Coconut | @SpiceIslandCooking473

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds sweetness with fewer calories.

fresh coconut

🥗Healthier: unsweetened shredded coconut

💰Cheaper: coconut flakes

Shredded coconut is easier to find and store.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean

💰Cheaper: imitation vanilla

Imitation vanilla is more affordable.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: none

Lemon juice provides a similar acidity.

Crack open the coconuts and wash them.

Grate the coconut into large pieces using a grater.

In a pot, add water, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and ground ginger.

Allow the mixture to boil until it becomes a light syrup.

Once the syrup is ready, add the grated coconut and cream of tartar.

Mix well and cook while stirring constantly to prevent overflow.

Remove from heat when the mixture starts to harden.

Add vanilla and almond extracts after removing from heat.

Spoon the mixture onto a baking sheet and shape as desired.

Allow to cool completely before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Dietary

Allergens