Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1/4 cup raw almonds
  • 3 tablespoons corn syrup
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter
  • 2 cups shredded coconut
  • 1/2 teaspoon coconut extract (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups milk chocolate

Instruction

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spread the almonds on a baking sheet and bake in preheated oven for about 10 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, stir together the corn syrup, powdered sugar, melted butter, coconut extract, shredded coconut and vanilla extract, to form a thick paste.
  • Moisten hands slightly and form mixture into small rectangular cubes (or roll it into balls). Place on a sheet of parchment paper.
  • In a medium, microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate by microwaving it for 15 seconds, then stirring, microwaving for 15 seconds, then stirring, etc. until it's smooth and melty.
  • Dip coconut squares into the melted chocolate. Gently spread the chocolate around the coconut until the filling is fully covered by chocolate. Press a toasted almond into the top of the chocolate and allow to dry completely before serving.
  • Allow to cool at room temperature until chocolate hardens.