apricot coconut candy

Name: APRICOT COCONUT CANDY
Prep time: 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 ounce(s) dried apricots ( 1 cup ); 1 cup(s) shredded coconut; 3/4 cup(s) pistachio nuts; 1 teaspoon(s) grated lemon peel; 1 teaspoon(s) lemon juice; 1 tablespoon(s) orange juice; 2 tablespoon(s) powdered sugar; - granulated sugar

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Eddie Jordan

Bristow, OK

Updated on Oct 18, 2010

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

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prep time 15 Min

cook time

method Stove Top

yield Makes two dozen balls

Ingredients

8 ounces dried apricots ( 1 cup )
1 cup shredded coconut
3/4 cup pistachio nuts
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon orange juice
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- granulated sugar

How To Make apricot coconut candy

Step 1

Steam apricots in the top part of double boiler over water for 10 minutes.

Step 2

Put apricot, coconuts, nuts and peel through food grinder together twice, using a fine blade.
Step 3

Add juices and powdered sugar, stir well. Shape into small balls, and roll in granulated sugar.
Step 4

Let dry several hours before using or storing in a airtight container.
Step 5

Makes about 2 dozen bolls.
Step 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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