1⅔ cups granulated sugar
¼ cup white corn syrup
¼ cup coconut milk (or water)
Dash of salt
1 teaspoon vanilla or lemon juice (either ingredient accomplishes the desired flavor)
3 to 4 cups freshly grated coconut
In a double boiler over medium heat cook the egg whites, sugar, corn syrup, coconut milk, and salt for 7 minutes, beating with a hand mixer until peaks begin to drop off a spoon. Remove from the heat. Add the vanilla or lemon juice. Spread the icing between the layers and on the sides.
YIELD: ICING FOR 1 CAKE