Jamaican Coconut Candy (Paula Deen) Recipe

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Jamaican Coconut Candy (Paula Deen)
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Directions:

  1. Crack open 2 coconuts. (Putting the coconuts in a 250 degree F oven for several minutes will make them easier to crack open). Scoop out the coconut meat using a paring knife. Clean the coconut and cut up into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Put the coconut pieces and chopped ginger root into a large pot (cast iron works best). Cover with water and boil for 3 to 4 hours to soften and bring out the flavors. Be sure to continue to add water as it boils down. Once the water has reduced, add brown sugar and boil for another 30 to 40 minutes or until there is no liquid left. It should be in a syrup state. Fold in chopped pecans. Drop pieces onto nonstick foil and let set for about 15 minutes. Dip in melted chocolate and sprinkle with chopped nuts.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 3994.11 Kcal (16723 kJ)
Calories from fat 1975.61 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 219.51g 338%
Sodium 216.26mg 9%
Potassium 2898.51mg 62%
Total Carbs 524.59g 175%
Sugars 457.27g 1829%
Dietary Fiber 48.3g 193%
Protein 25.66g 51%
Vitamin C 17.9mg 30%
Iron 16.8mg 94%
Calcium 521.3mg 52%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 379.92 Kcal (1591 kJ)
Calories from fat 187.92 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 20.88g 338%
Sodium 20.57mg 9%
Potassium 275.71mg 62%
Total Carbs 49.9g 175%
Sugars 43.5g 1829%
Dietary Fiber 4.59g 193%
Protein 2.44g 51%
Vitamin C 1.7mg 30%
Iron 1.6mg 94%
Calcium 49.6mg 52%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 97.4
    Points
  • 112
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • very low sodium,
  • cholesterol free,
  • good source of fiber

Bad Points

  • High in Sugar,
  • High in Total Fat

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