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How to Make Caramelized Shredded Coconut Candy

      Hi Foodies! Today I have an exciting dessert recipe to share. This dessert is one of my favorite childhood sweet food, I remember when I was in kindergarten, all of my friends love to eat this! Bukayo, also known as coconut candy, is a popular Filipino delicacy made from grated coconut mixed with sugar and sometimes food coloring. Having it in a different color is sure fun as a kid! If you are planning to serve it to your children adding some colors will make them happy! Here's a simple recipe to make Bukayo at home: Ingredients: 2 cups grated coconut 1 1/2 cups sugar 1/2 cup water food coloring (optional) Instructions: In a pan, heat the sugar and water over medium heat until the sugar has dissolved. Add in the grated coconut and stir until well combined. Add in food coloring if desired. Continue cooking and stirring the mixture until it starts to thicken and the liquid has been fully absorbed by the coconut. Once the mixture becomes sticky and starts to pull away from the p