Brazilian recipe
Easy Cocada Tartlets (Tortinha de cocada)
These delightful mini tarts filled with sweet coconut are made with store-bought pastry dough for a quick and practical Brazilian treat.
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Ingredients
1 pack small pastel dough discs
1 egg yolk
1 can condensed milk
100 g grated coconut
1 egg yolk
1 can condensed milk
100 g grated coconut
Where to find ingredients
You can find pre-made pastry dough (often labeled as spring roll wrappers or empanada discs as substitutes if specific Brazilian pastel dough is unavailable), condensed milk, and desiccated or fresh grated coconut in the refrigerated or baking aisles of most local supermarkets in Botswana.
Preparation method
- Fit each disc of dough into the bottom and sides of a small tart mold or muffin tin, no greasing required
- Press the dough firmly into the molds to remove air pockets and ensure they are well-shaped
- In a mixing bowl, combine the egg yolk, condensed milk, and grated coconut until you have a smooth, homogeneous cream
- Fill the pastry shells with the cocada mixture up to the rim
- Place in a preheated oven at a medium-low temperature and bake until golden brown
- Remove from the oven, allow them to cool slightly, unmold, and serve either warm or cold
Observations
This recipe for cocada tartlets is a practical and delicious choice for those craving a traditional Brazilian sweet. By using ready-made pastel dough, the preparation becomes incredibly quick, making these perfect for parties, snacks, or simply to satisfy a sweet tooth. The result is a batch of mini tarts featuring a creamy coconut and condensed milk filling encased in a crisp base.
They are ideal for serving in individual portions, offering both convenience and a charming presentation. The distinct flavor of coconut combined with the richness of condensed milk makes these tartlets a guaranteed success.
They are ideal for serving in individual portions, offering both convenience and a charming presentation. The distinct flavor of coconut combined with the richness of condensed milk makes these tartlets a guaranteed success.
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