Welcome to the "Twelve Days of Cookies" Special. For the first twelve days in December, a new cookie recipe will be featured to help fill your cookie tins this season. On the Second Day of Cookies, my true love sent to me: Two Coconut Kisses.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Only 4 ingredients
- Sweet, coconut flavor
- Easy to bake
- Perfect for a Cookie Exchange
Original World War II Recipe
This Coconut Kisses recipe comes from The “Victory Binding of the American Woman’s Cook Book,” published in 1942. It is a true historical gem with firsthand information on early to mid 20th century cooking during the World War II era.
These coconut kisses are an easy recipe made simply with four ingredients: sweetened condensed milk, shredded coconut, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
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Special Tools and Equipment
Sheet Pans
Large Mixing Bowl
Silicone Spatula
Vintage Recipe: Coconut Kisses
Ingredients
- 1 1/3 cups sweetened condensed milk
- 3 cups shredded coconut
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/8 tsp salt
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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In a large mixing bowl, combine all of the ingredients with a silicone spatula until fully incorporated.
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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Using a teaspoon, drop the batter onto the baking sheet, leaving two inches of room between each drop.
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Bake the coconut kisses for 10 minutes.
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Remove the kisses from the sheet pan while still hot. Serve.