Lemon-coconut filling

8 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
¾cupSugar
2tablespoonsCornstarch
1cupWater,boiling
¼cupLemon juice
½cupCoconut grated
1tablespoonButter

Directions

Mix together sugar and cornstarch in a saucepan. Add boiling water and lemon juice; stir in coconut. Bring to a full boil over high heat, stirring frequently. Reduce heat slightly and let boil, stirring constantly, for 1 minute. Remove from heat and stir in butter. Cool to room temperature. Stir; spread between cakes layers.