Coconut Caramels Recipe

Name: Coconut Caramels
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter; 3 cups sweetened shredded coconut, divided; 1-1/2 cups coarsely chopped salted roasted almonds, divided; 3 cups sugar; 1 can (13.66 ounces) coconut milk; 1-1/2 cups light corn syrup; 3/4 cup butter, cubed; 1/3 cup heavy whipping cream; 3 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/2 teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon butter
3 cups sweetened shredded coconut, divided
1-1/2 cups coarsely chopped salted roasted almonds, divided
3 cups sugar
1 can (13.66 ounces) coconut milk
1-1/2 cups light corn syrup
3/4 cup butter, cubed
1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
3 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon salt

1
Line a 13x9-in. pan with foil; grease foil with 1 tablespoon butter. Layer with 1 cup coconut and 3/4 cup almonds; set aside.
2
In a Dutch oven, combine sugar, coconut milk, corn syrup, cubed butter and cream. Cook and stir over medium heat until a candy thermometer reads 238u00b0 (soft-ball stage), about 40 minutes.
3
Using a pastry brush dipped in water, wash down the sides of the pan to eliminate sugar crystals. Cook and stir until thermometer reads 244u00b0 (firm-ball stage), about 5 minutes longer.
4
Remove from heat; stir in 1 cup coconut, vanilla, ginger, salt and remaining almonds. Immediately pour into prepared pan (do not scrape saucepan). Sprinkle with remaining coconut. Let stand until firm, about 5 hours or overnight.
5
Using foil, lift candy out of pan; remove foil. Using a buttered knife, cut caramel into 1-in. squares. Wrap individually in waxed paper; twist ends.

1218

kcal

Calories

Fat

167

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon butter, 3 cups sweetened shredded coconut, divided, 1-1/2 cups coarsely chopped salted roasted almonds, divided, 3 cups sugar, and more.

Yes, Coconut Caramels falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Coconut Caramels

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