Preheat the oven to 180C/350F/Gas mark 4
Melt the butter and syrup over a low heat in a small saucepan, then add the coconut. Sieve together the flour and bicarb. and stir into the melted mixture, then fold in the sugar. Shape the dough into small balls, and place them on greased baking trays, leaving enough space between each one. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until just turning brown. Cool on the trays.
