Seven Minute Frosting - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 egg whites
1 c. sugar
3/4 c. corn syrup
5 Tbsp. water
pinch of salt
1 tsp. vanilla flavor
1/4 tsp. cream of tartar

Preparation

Combine egg whites, corn syrup, water, sugar and cream of tartar in top of double boiler.
Beat for 1 minute at high speed to blend.
Place over boiling water and beat until mixture forms peaks when beater is raised, about 7 minutes.
Remove from boiling water.
Add vanilla and continue beating until thick enough to spread.
Frost top of cake and sides.
Top with fresh coconut if desired.