Brazilian recipe
Classic Coconut Cuca (Receita de cuca de coco)
Learn how to bake a traditional coconut streusel cake with a soft crumb and sweet, crunchy topping. A perfect teatime treat with authentic roots.
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Ingredients
200g unsalted butter
4 cups caster sugar, divided
5 eggs
4 cups plain flour
400ml milk
200ml coconut milk
200ml water
1 tbsp baking powder
100g desiccated or shredded coconut
4 cups caster sugar, divided
5 eggs
4 cups plain flour
400ml milk
200ml coconut milk
200ml water
1 tbsp baking powder
100g desiccated or shredded coconut
Where to find ingredients
You can find all ingredients at local supermarkets. Look for the baking aisle for flour, sugar, and baking powder. The dairy section will have butter, eggs, and fresh milk. Coconut milk and shredded coconut are easily found in the international or baking aisles.
Preparation method
- Prepare the topping: In a small bowl, combine 1.5 cups of the sugar with the shredded coconut and set aside.
- Separate the eggs, keeping the yolks and whites in two different bowls.
- Whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks form and reserve.
- In a separate large bowl, cream the butter with the remaining 2.5 cups of sugar and the egg yolks until the mixture is pale and fluffy.
- Gradually add the flour and milk to the butter and yolk mixture, alternating between the two and beginning and ending with the flour. Mix thoroughly after each addition.
- Gently fold the stiff egg whites into the batter, using a light hand to ensure the mixture remains airy.
- Add the baking powder and stir gently to incorporate.
- In a small saucepan, heat the coconut milk and water until warm. Pour this into the batter and stir until the consistency is smooth and uniform.
- Pour the batter into a greased and floured baking tin.
- Evenly scatter the coconut and sugar mixture over the top of the batter.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 30 to 40 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown and springs back when touched. Perform a skewer test to ensure it is cooked through.
Observations
The Cuca de Coco is a cherished Brazilian delicacy, renowned for its fluffy sponge and fragrant, crunchy coconut topping. The preparation balances the richness of butter and eggs with the aromatic sweetness of coconut milk and shredded coconut, resulting in an incredibly moist and flavorful cake.
This recipe is the perfect choice for those seeking a comforting, homemade sweet that is straightforward to prepare and sure to impress guests. It serves beautifully alongside a fresh pot of coffee or tea, or as a centerpiece for your afternoon tea spread.
This recipe is the perfect choice for those seeking a comforting, homemade sweet that is straightforward to prepare and sure to impress guests. It serves beautifully alongside a fresh pot of coffee or tea, or as a centerpiece for your afternoon tea spread.
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