MAPLE-COCONUT CANDIES

            1 cup sugar                  ¼ cup milk
            ½ cup maple syrup            ¾ cup dried coconut

Mix the sugar, syrup, and milk in a saucepan. Heat to boiling, stirring continuously, and then, stirring occasionally, to 236° (softball). Remove from heat. Add the coconut, then whip with a hand mixer until it begins to sugar. Drop by spoonfuls on wax paper. Use a second spoon to push off the first spoon, as it will be hot, but work quickly before the candy cools. Makes 30.

Adapted from “Dromedary Cocoanut Candies” (1919). Discover more vintage recipes at the Padgett Sunday Supper Club (clubpadgett.com)!