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apricot coconut candy

(3 ratings)
EDWARDCARL avatar
Recipe by
Eddie Jordan
@EDWARDCARL
Bristow, OK

It's just about candy making time. I have a bunch of candy recipes.

(3 ratings)
yield serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For apricot coconut candy

  • 8 oz
    dried apricots ( 1 cup )
  • 1 c
    shredded coconut
  • 3/4 c
    pistachio nuts
  • 1 tsp
    grated lemon peel
  • 1 tsp
    lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp
    orange juice
  • 2 Tbsp
    powdered sugar
  • granulated sugar

How To Make apricot coconut candy

  • 1
    Steam apricots in the top part of double boiler over water for 10 minutes.
  • 2
    Put apricot, coconuts, nuts and peel through food grinder together twice, using a fine blade.
  • 3
    Add juices and powdered sugar, stir well. Shape into small balls, and roll in granulated sugar.
  • 4
    Let dry several hours before using or storing in a airtight container.
  • 5
    Makes about 2 dozen bolls.
  • 6
    If desired, these may be dipped in chocolate coating. Let dry on waxed paper until chocolate is cold and firm.
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