Grandma's White Coconut Fudge

Grandma's White Coconut Fudge is a recipe full of nostalgia for me. It is based on my grandmother’s handwritten recipe, which I found tucked away in her old recipe box. It is smooth, but firm (almost on the crumbly side, and that is on purpose!) with a sweet, buttery flavor, filled and topped with shredded coconut. Perfect for holidays!

• 4 cups (800 g) granulated sugar
• ¼ cup (85 g) corn syrup
• ⅔ cup (159 g) heavy whipping cream
• ⅔ cup (163 g) whole milk
• 2 teaspoons unsalted butter
• 1 cup (93 g) sweetened coconut, shredded, divided
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract