300g dessicated coconut
2 Tbs hot water
200g caster sugar
400g tapioca flour
100g caster sugar
100g margarine
salt
coconut essence, optional
Preheat the oven to 170C. Line the tray with baking paper.
Wet the dessicated coconut with the hot water. Mix well. Add in the sugar, salt, and flour. Combine well. Beat the margarine until pale. Mix in the combined dry ingredients and coconut essence if using. Using your fingers to mix them until well combined.
Spread the mixture on the tray and press to level. Mark the slices and bake for 20-25 minutes or until baked through.
Makes 16.
