Coconut Candy Palau

Name: Coconut Candy Palau
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Palauan
Ingredients: 2 cups grated coconut; 1 cup sugar; 1/4 cup water; 1/4 tsp vanilla; Pinch of salt; 1 tbsp butter; 1/4 tsp cinnamon; Parchment paper

Coconut Candy (KOH-koh-nut KAN-dee)

Caramelized Coconut Sweets

⏱ Prep Time 5 min

📈 Difficulty Easy

👥 Servings

🔥 Calories 170 kcal

Grated coconut cooked with sugar until golden and chewy. A beloved Palauan sweet treat.

Nutrition & Info

Protein 1.0g

Carbs 28.0g

Fat 6.0g

Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

vegetarian gluten-free nut-free

Allergen Warnings

⚠ dairy

Equipment Needed

heavy pot parchment

Presentation Guide

Vessel: plate

Garnishes: coconut

Accompaniments: tea

Ingredients

2 cups grated coconut
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup water
1/4 tsp vanilla
Pinch of salt
1 tbsp butter
1/4 tsp cinnamon
Parchment paper

Instructions

1
Dissolve sugar in water.
2
Cook until golden caramel.
3
Add coconut, stir constantly.
4
Cook 10 minutes until thick.
5
Add vanilla, salt, cinnamon, butter.
6
Drop onto parchment, cool.

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Did You Know?

Coconut candy is always included in Palauan gift baskets for visiting dignitaries.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

heavy pot
parchment

Garnishing

coconut

Accompaniments

tea

The Story Behind Coconut Candy Palau

Coconut candy making became popular in Palau after sugar became widely available. The simple technique of cooking coconut in caramelized sugar produces an irresistibly chewy sweet.

Families make large batches for holidays and special occasions.

Coconut candy is one of Palau's most recognizable food exports.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed snack, gifts 📜 Origins: 19th century

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