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A stack of pink coconut ice bars, reminiscent of a cherished coconut ice recipe, rests on a black wire rack. The unevenly layered bars boast a rough texture, while beneath them lies a colourful striped cloth on a light wooden surface.
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5 from 4 votes

Coconut Ice

The first ever recipe on Baking with Granny, and the inspiration behind our origins. My own Granny's famous Coconut Ice recipe.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time2 hours 45 minutes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: British, Scottish
Keyword: Candy, Coconut, Sweets, Traditional, Tray Bake
Author: Baking with Granny

Ingredients

Metric (UK) - Cups (US)

Instructions

  • Line a 20x20cm baking tin with greaseproof paper and set aside.
  • In a large pan, add the milk & sugar and warm over a low heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar granules have dissolved.
  • Add the coconut & a few drops of pink colouring (optional) and stir through.
  • Bring the mixture to the boil and stir continuously for 10-15 minutes.
  • Once the mixture becomes thick, sticky and clings to itself, it is time to remove it from the heat.
  • Allow the mixture to cool a little before spooning into your pre-lined tin, pressing to the sides and corners with the back of a spoon.
  • Leave to set for 2 hours, or ideally overnight. Once set, cut into individual squares or slices.