Transport yourself to the Caribbean with these authentic Jamaican Coconut Drops, a delightful traditional snack bursting with tropical flavors. Combining coconut with ginger and warm spices, this treat offers a chewy texture perfect for satisfying sweet cravings.
Ingredients
🥥 2 Medium Coconuts
🌿 2 1/2 Tablespoons Grated Ginger
🍬 3 Cups Brown Soft Sugar
💧 3 1/2 Cups Hot Water
🧂 1/2 Teaspoon Salt
🍦 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
🌰 1/2 Teaspoon Cinnamon Powder
Instructions
1- Prepare Coconuts:
- Use a hammer or coconut breaker to crack open 2 medium coconuts.
- Ensure all shell pieces are removed.
2- Extract Coconut Meat:
- Carefully remove the white meat from the shells using a knife.
- Wash thoroughly and dice into small, 1/2-inch pieces.
3- Heat Water:
- In a pot, bring 3 1/2 cups of hot water to medium heat.
- Ensure it reaches a gentle simmer.
4- Add Flavorings:
- Stir in 2 1/2 tablespoons of grated ginger and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
- Mix well to combine ingredients.
5- Add Coconut:
- Introduce the diced coconut to the pot.
- Cover and bring to a boil for 5 minutes.
6- Add Sugar:
- Uncover the pot and stir in 2 1/2 cups of brown sugar.
- Continue adding sugar until you reach a total of 3 cups to ensure a sticky consistency.
7- Cook and Thicken:
- Increase the heat to high.
- Cook for approximately 35-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens and turns golden brown.
8- Incorporate Spices:
- In the last 5-8 minutes, add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon powder, stirring constantly.
9- Portion Drops:
- Once the mixture is sticky and thick, turn off the heat.
- Using a large spoon, drop portions of the mixture onto parchment paper.
10- Cool and Dry:
- Allow to cool for several hours until the drops harden and lift easily from the parchment.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: Makes approximately 12 drops
Calories: Approx. 150 per drop
Proteins: 1g per drop
Fats: 5g per drop
Carbohydrates: 29g per drop
Equipment:
- Wooden Cutting Board
- Stainless Steel Mixing Bowl
- Coconut Breaker/Hammer
- Chef's Knife
- Glass Bowls
- Saucepan with Turquoise Handles
- Wooden Spoon
- Parchment Paper
- Stainless Steel Serving Spoon
Cooking Tips
- Use a knife for tough coconut meat removal.
- Stack and chop coconut pieces to speed up dicing.
- Add sufficient sugar for proper stickiness.
- Continuous stirring prevents burning.
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Jamaican Coconut Drops
