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Coconut Pancake Syrup

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"I searched everywhere for a coconut syrup recipe like I enjoyed while I was in Hawaii. When every recipe I tried failed to satisfy me, I was compelled to create my own." — Kimberly Harvey

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Original recipe makes 4 cups Change Servings

1 (13.5 ounce) can coconut milk
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 cups light corn syrup

1/2 cup white sugar
1/2 cup shredded sweetened coconut

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Directions

Whisk together the coconut milk and cornstarch in a saucepan until the cornstarch is dissolved. Pour in the corn syrup, sugar, and coconut; bring to a boil, stirring continually. As soon as the mixture comes to a rolling boil, remove from heat. Allow to cool completely before serving.

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PREP 5 mins
COOK 5 mins
READY IN 40 mins

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I live in Hawaii and have been trying for a year to find the right recipe for this stuff. Found it!!! You can buy coconut syrup in the yellow bottles here for a small fortune (plus they have preservatives). Once you have coconut syrup in a local Hawaiian pancake house it is addicting. I've experimented on my own and tried some other recipes. This one is right on. I think you can cut the corn starch a little bit. I also added a 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla at the end. Try chopping up some fresh pineapple bits and adding them to the top (gooey) side of pancakes while they're cooking. When you flip them the pineapple bits grill a little bit-yum! Then top it with this syrup and you have Hawaiian heaven. Much mahalo for the recipe.

—gilliegirlmomlovestohula

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Dec 20, 2011

Its still not as good as the syrup in Hawaii. My husband and I were very disappointed. I'll try it again though using fresh coconut because we think the sugared coconut is what ruins this recipe.

—Lenachka

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Aug 14, 2009

This stuff was delicious!!! Whatever you do don't get any on your forehead....your tongue will beat your brains out trying to get to it!!!

—chef todd

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Dec 16, 2009

My Son,Tad and his wife Laura brought some Coconut Syrup back from their recent Hawaiian honeymoon and he fixed me banana pancakes and Coconut syrup. I came home and used this recipe and it tastes just like his.I did as others suggested and used a bit less cornstarch..AMAZING!! Can't wait to Surprise Tad & Laura with a jar of it!!! Thanks for a great recipe!!

—Lisa

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Nov 18, 2009

This is a good, fresh tasting syrup, but delicate. I only used 1 Tbsp cornstarch, and that thickened it fine.

—AngelSilverband

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May 07, 2011

I live in Hawaii and use coconut syrup on my pancakes all the time. This recipe is very good. I used half of the corn starch and the consistency was just right. For those who want to taste the coconut more, add some coconut extract like I did and the coconut flavor will burst through.

—Vic Vierra

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Aug 11, 2011

I've never had or made coconut syrup before so I didn't know what to expect, I made it just as the recipe is written and it was fantastic. We used about 1 ladle full and then I stored it in an empty syrup bottle which it filled. Next time I would try it with a bit less surgar, just seemed a bit overly sweet to me, but hey no one complained! It's a winner.

—sweetemmy

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Nov 09, 2009

Delicious! Makes a TON though, I'd recommend halving or even quartering the recipe.

—Krista

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Nutrition

Calories
202 kcal
10%

Carbohydrates
40.5 g
13%

Cholesterol
0 mg
0%

Fat
5.8 g
9%

Fiber
0.5 g
2%

Protein
0.6 g
1%

Sodium
35 mg
1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Coconut Pancake Syrup

Serving Size: 1/16 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 16
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 202
Calories from Fat: 52

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5.8g 9 %
Saturated Fat 5.1g 26 %
Cholesterol 0mg 0 %
Sodium 35mg 1 %
Potassium 62mg 2 %
Total Carbohydrates 40.5g 13 %
Dietary Fiber 0.5g 2 %
Protein 0.6g 1 %
** Sugars 18.1g
Vitamin A 0 %
Vitamin C < 1 %
Calcium 1 %
Iron 8 %
Thiamin 1 %
Niacin 2 %
Vitamin B6 < 1 %
Magnesium 5 %
Folate 2 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.