Low Sodium Coconut Candy
Indulge your sweet tooth without the guilt with this Low Sodium Coconut Candy recipe, a healthier twist on a classic treat that’s perfect for any occasion. Made with unsweetened shredded coconut, rich coconut milk, and natural sweeteners like honey and molasses, this candy is bursting with tropical flavor while keeping sodium levels in check. A hint of pure vanilla extract and a touch of unsweetened cocoa powder elevate the flavor profile, offering a subtle chocolatey richness. With a simple stovetop method followed by a quick chill, these easy-to-make candies deliver creamy, chewy goodness in every bite. Whether you're looking for a homemade dessert to satisfy cravings or a crowd-pleasing treat for gifting, these delightful coconut squares are sure to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups unsweetened shredded coconut
- 0.75 cup coconut milk
- 0.5 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons molasses
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
Instructions
Line an 8x8 inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine 0.75 cup coconut milk, 0.5 cup honey, and 2 tablespoons molasses.
Stir the mixture continuously until it begins to boil, then reduce the heat to low.
Let it simmer for about 20 minutes or until the mixture thickens to a syrupy consistency, stirring occasionally.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 0.25 teaspoon sea salt.
Add 2 cups unsweetened shredded coconut and 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder to the saucepan and stir until the coconut is fully coated.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Allow the mixture to cool at room temperature for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to the refrigerator to set for at least 2 hours.
Once set, lift the candy out of the dish using the overhang and place it on a cutting board.
Cut the coconut candy into 24 squares, serve, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1681 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.3 g | 140% | |
| Saturated Fat | 96.7 g | 484% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 703 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 189.9 g | 69% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.0 g | 114% | |
| Total Sugars | 152.4 g | ||
| Protein | 13.7 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 147 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 9.3 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 1854 mg | 39% | |
*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.
