Broiled Coconut Topping
Elevate your desserts with the irresistible crunch and golden sweetness of this Broiled Coconut Topping. Made with unsweetened shredded coconut, creamy butter, rich brown sugar, and a touch of velvety heavy cream, this topping transforms simple cakes, bars, or pastries into indulgent creations. The quick stovetop mixture is infused with vanilla and a hint of salt for the perfect balance of flavors, then broiled to perfection in just minutes. The result? A beautifully caramelized, crisp topping with chewy coconut goodness that adds texture and warmth to every bite. Perfect for enhancing your favorite baked goods or impressing guests with a decadent finish, this quick and easy recipe is a must-try for any dessert lover.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsweetened shredded coconut
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Preheat the broiler in your oven to high and position an oven rack about 4-5 inches from the heat source.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the brown sugar, unsalted butter, and heavy cream. Stir constantly until the butter melts and the mixture becomes smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
In a medium bowl, add the shredded coconut. Pour the warm mixture over the coconut and stir until thoroughly combined.
Spread the coconut mixture evenly over the surface of your cake, bars, or other prepared dessert.
Place the dessert under the broiler and broil for 3-5 minutes, watching it closely to prevent burning. The topping should turn a golden brown color and become slightly crisp at the edges.
Remove the dessert from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1351 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 112.1 g | 144% | |
| Saturated Fat | 82.0 g | 410% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 154 mg | 51% | |
| Sodium | 665 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 92.6 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.0 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 76.9 g | ||
| Protein | 6.4 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 94 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 598 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
