Creamy baked cocada (Cocada de forno e)

3 eggs
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup milk
1 can sweetened condensed milk
1 large freshly grated coconut

You can find these staples at any major Australian supermarket. Look for eggs and butter in the dairy aisle, long-life or fresh milk in the refrigerated section, and sweetened condensed milk in the baking aisle. For the coconut, you can purchase a whole fresh coconut in the produce section to grate yourself, or find high-quality shredded coconut in the baking aisle if preferred.

Baked cocada is a beloved traditional Brazilian dessert, celebrated for its indulgent, custard-like texture and rich coconut flavour. It is a wonderfully practical and straightforward recipe for those craving a decadent homemade sweet, perfect for capping off a family meal or satisfying a late-night sugar craving.

Preparing this dish is incredibly easy, as it relies on basic pantry staples. The marriage of shredded coconut with a mixture of condensed milk and eggs results in a soft, comforting treat that fills your kitchen with an unmistakable, mouth-watering aroma while it bakes in the oven.