Coconut Frosting(Frosts A 2-Layer Cake) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 c. sugar
1/3 c. water
2 egg whites
1 Tbsp. corn syrup or 1/4 tsp. cream of tartar
1 tsp. vanilla
1 c. coconut

Preparation

Combine all ingredients, except vanilla and coconut, in top of double boiler.
Beat 1 minute.
Place over boiling water and beat until frosting stands in stiff peaks (about 7 minutes).
Remove from water; add vanilla and beat for 2 minutes.
Frost cake and sprinkle top and sides with coconut.