QUMBE (EAST AFRICAN COCONUT CANDY)

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Recently I was planning an African-themed party, and I came across a recipe for a Somali snack by this name. The first version I tried was a little too sweet for me, and the consistency was all wrong for rolling into balls. I made some adjustments in the proportions, and this is the result. Yum!

Provided by Annie Douglass Lima

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     African

Time 45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups unsweetened grated coconut
½ cup coconut milk
1 ⅓ cups white sugar
1 cup almond flour
¼ cup unsweetened grated coconut, or as needed

Steps:

  • Combine 2 cups grated coconut and coconut milk in a bowl until thoroughly mixed.
  • Place sugar in a saucepan over medium heat; cook, stirring frequently, until sugar is melted, about 5 minutes. Remove saucepan from heat and stir in coconut mixture and almond flour until well combined; cool until easily handled.
  • Roll coconut mixture into bite-size balls. Pour 1/4 cup grated coconut into a bowl and roll balls in coconut until coated. Refrigerate until chilled, at least 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280.1 calories, Carbohydrate 28.8 g, Fat 18.4 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 12.2 g, Sodium 7.7 mg, Sugar 23.9 g

Lacey Rovetto
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Thanks for sharing!


Amzolele tshafele
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


haal haalo
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Overall, I enjoyed this coconut candy. It's a sweet and chewy treat that's perfect for a snack or dessert.


Rascina Half
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This candy is a bit expensive to make, but it's a nice treat for special occasions.


Matti
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I had some trouble getting the candy to set properly. I think I might have cooked it for too long.


Usman Sial
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This candy is a bit too sweet for my taste, but I'm sure others will love it.


Sammak Abbasi
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I've never made coconut candy before, but this recipe made it easy. I'm so glad I tried it.


Saskriti tamang
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This candy is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The results are amazing!


Love Jack
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I love the way this candy looks. It's so pretty and festive.


Nazim Nazim
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This candy is a great way to use up leftover coconut milk. It's also a fun and easy recipe to make with kids.


shammy shinny
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I'm not usually a fan of coconut candy, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious and addictive.


Scott Miller
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This is the best coconut candy I've ever had! The texture is perfect and the coconut flavor is out of this world.


Ruma Aktar
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I love how versatile this recipe is. You can add different flavors or toppings to make it your own.


Elisha S.Kamusaki
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This candy is the perfect treat for any occasion. It's sweet, chewy, and full of coconut flavor.


pagol mon
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The coconut flavor is amazing! I love how it pairs with the sweetness of the sugar.


Bhagawan Budhathoki
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It only uses a few ingredients and it's so easy to follow.


Ravuil Lopez
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This was my first time making coconut candy and it was surprisingly easy. The candy turned out great and I'm so glad I tried it.


LIKA SPP
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I've made this candy several times and it always turns out perfect. It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious.


Muhammad Akif
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This coconut candy was a hit at my last party! Everyone loved the chewy texture and the sweet coconut flavor.