
A historical dessert from The White House cook book; a comprehensive cyclopedia of information for the home .. (1913). If using desiccated coconut, soak it in milk first. Allow to cool before removing from the tins.
Preserved exactly as written in the original source
Soak the cocoanut, if desiccated, in milk enough to cover it
then beat the whites of the eggs
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add gradually the sugar, cocoanut and flour
with your fingers make, by rolling the mixture, into cone shapes
Place them on buttered sheets of tin covered with buttered letter paper
bake in a moderate heat about fifteen or twenty minutes
They should cool before removing from the tins
Modern guidance to help you succeed with this vintage recipe
Beating egg whites creates a protein foam that traps air bubbles, providing structure and lift to these delicate confections. The sugar dissolves into the egg whites, stabilizing the foam and creating a meringue-like base that crisps in the oven. The flour absorbs excess moisture from the coconut and eggs, allowing the mixture to hold its cone shape while baking, while the coconut's natural oils contribute to a tender, slightly chewy interior.
These are best shaped and baked immediately after mixing, as the egg white foam will deflate if left to sit. However, once baked and cooled, they can be stored in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Store completely cooled caramels in an airtight container at room temperature, with parchment paper between layers to prevent sticking. They will keep for up to 1 week. Do not refrigerate, as moisture will make them sticky and compromise their crisp exterior.
AI-generated tips from Chef Cecil's culinary database
These are best shaped and baked immediately after mixing, as the egg white foam will deflate if left to sit. However, once baked and cooled, they can be stored in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Store completely cooled caramels in an airtight container at room temperature, with parchment paper between layers to prevent sticking. They will keep for up to 1 week. Do not refrigerate, as moisture will make them sticky and compromise their crisp exterior.