Conserva de Coco (Guatemalan Coconut Fudge)

• Prep time: 10 mins

• Cook time: 20 mins

• Total time: 30 mins (plus cooling)

• Servings: 10 pieces

• Country of Origin: Guatemala

Description

• Chewy sweet coconut candy squares made from grated fresh coconut cooked with sugar, milk, and cinnamon.

Presentation

• Cut into neat squares and served on dessert trays.

Ingredients

• 2 cups freshly grated coconut

• 1.5 cups granulated sugar

• 1/2 cup whole milk

• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

• 1 tbsp unsalted butter

Directions

• Combine grated coconut, sugar, whole milk, and butter in saucepan over medium heat.

• Cook stirring constantly with wooden spoon for 18–20 minutes until mixture thickens and turns golden pale.

• Stir in ground cinnamon.

• Pour sticky coconut mixture onto a buttered baking dish; press flat.

• Allow to cool for 30 minutes, then slice into square candies.

Optional Variations

• Add pink food coloring for classic market fair presentation.

Cooking Tips

• Use fresh grated coconut for best chewy texture.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

• Calories: 170 kcal

• Carbohydrates: 24 g

• Protein: 1.5 g

• Fat: 8 g

• Saturated Fat: 7 g

• Sodium: 20 mg

• Fiber: 1.5 g

• Sugar: 22 g