Besitos De Coco (Old Fashioned Coconut Kisses Candy)

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 1

Besitos De Coco - Old Fashioned Coconut Kisses Candy recipe

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 cups grated coconut ( bagged will do )
	1 1/2 cups brown sugar
	1 cup water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

101

Sugar

15g

Fat

Besitos De Coco, or Old Fashioned Coconut Kisses Candy, is a traditional dessert recipe that originates from Latin America. It's a simple and affordable candy that can be made with just a few pantry staples. The recipe calls for grated coconut, brown sugar, and water, which are mixed and cooked until they form a sticky and sweet coconut paste. The mixture is then shaped into small balls and left to cool and harden into candy shapes. Besitos De Coco can be enjoyed as a snack, dessert, or gift for family and friends.

Instructions

1.	In a saucepan over medium heat, mix the brown sugar and water until the sugar dissolves.
2.	Add the coconut and stir to combine.
3.	Keep mixing the mixture on medium heat until it boils and forms a paste.
4.	Remove from heat and let it cool a bit or until you can handle it.
5.	Take small spoonfuls and form them into balls and flatten them between your palm to give them a candy shape.
6.	Place them on parchment paper to cool and harden.

PROS

Besitos De Coco is a fun and easy-to-make candy recipe, perfect for a sweet treat or a gift for friends and family.

It’s made with just 3 ingredients and can be ready in under 30 minutes.

CONS

This recipe contains brown sugar, which is high in calories and may cause blood sugar spikes if consumed in excess.

It may not be suitable for those who are on a low-sugar or low-carb diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Besitos De Coco contains coconut, which is a rich source of healthy fats, fiber, and essential micronutrients such as iron and zinc.
It also has antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties that may help improve digestion, boost immune function, and reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease and diabetes.