TOOLOOM (TRINIDADIAN MOLASSES AND COCONUT SWEETMEAT)

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Provided by Daisann Mclane

Categories     dessert

Time 45m

Yield Two dozen balls

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup dark molasses
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
2 cups freshly grated coconut
2 tablespoons of shortening or butter

Steps:

  • Heat the molasses in a heavy saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the sugar, and cook, stirring constantly, until it is dissolved, about 2 minutes.
  • Stir in the nutmeg and coconut and continue stirring until the mixture is stiff and the coconut is cooked through, about 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat. Form into 1 1/2-inch balls on a baking sheet lined with wax paper or aluminum foil that has been heavily greased with the shortening or butter. Allow to cool.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 100, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 0 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 7 milligrams, Sugar 15 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Ssenkumba Moses
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Not a fan of the texture of this Tooloom. It was a bit too chewy for me.


Mdrakib hossain
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This was my first time making Tooloom and it came out perfectly! The instructions were easy to follow and the end result was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Elias Mozumder
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I tried this Tooloom recipe and found it to be a bit too sweet for my taste. I might try reducing the amount of molasses next time.


Ashraful Haque
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Just made this Tooloom and it turned out great! Love the coconut and molasses combination. Definitely a new favorite.


Ghulam Sadiq
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This Tooloom recipe was a hit at my last potluck! I followed the recipe exactly and the results were incredible. The molasses and coconut flavors blended perfectly, and the texture was chewy and satisfying. My friends and family raved about it, and I