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Jamaican Coconut Drops Recipe

Jamaican Coconut Drops combine the tropical goodness of coconut with the sweet warmth of spices and are enjoyed by young and old alike.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Jamaican
Servings 12

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups water
  • 2 cups dry coconut diced
  • 1 1/2 cups dark sugar
  • 1 tbsp ginger

Instructions
 

  • Put water to boil, add diced coconut and boil for about 40 minutes.
  • Add the sugar and ginger and continue boiling until the mixture becomes syrupy (about 30-35 minutes).
  • Drop by tablespoons full on a green banana leaf or on a wet cookie sheet.
  • Allow to cool until the drops have fully set.
Keyword Coconut Drops, Jamaican Coconut Drops