Brazilian recipe
Easy Homemade Creamy Coconut Candy (Cocada Cremosa)
Learn to make easy homemade creamy coconut candy with just a few ingredients. A delicious and simple traditional Brazilian recipe.
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Ingredients
2 small grated coconuts or 1 large grated coconut
2 cans condensed milk
1 tablespoon margarine
8 egg yolks
1/2 cup cow's milk
2 cans condensed milk
1 tablespoon margarine
8 egg yolks
1/2 cup cow's milk
Where to find ingredients
Grated coconut can be found in the baking aisle of most supermarkets. Look for unsweetened shredded coconut or desiccated coconut. If fresh coconut is available at a local market or specialty store, that can also be used.
Condensed milk and margarine are widely available in the dairy or baking sections of any supermarket.
Eggs are available in the dairy section of supermarkets.
Cow's milk is available in the dairy section of supermarkets.
Condensed milk and margarine are widely available in the dairy or baking sections of any supermarket.
Eggs are available in the dairy section of supermarkets.
Cow's milk is available in the dairy section of supermarkets.
Preparation method
- In a saucepan, combine the condensed milk and margarine over low heat
- Stir continuously until the mixture begins to pull away from the bottom of the pan
- Add the grated coconut to the pan and mix well
- Remove the pan from the heat and let the mixture cool slightly
- In a separate bowl, dissolve the egg yolks in the milk
- Gently stir the yolk and milk mixture into the sweet mixture, off the heat
- Grease a baking dish with margarine
- Pour the cocada mixture into the greased baking dish
- Bake in a preheated oven at low temperature for approximately 20 minutes
- Watch carefully to prevent the edges of the cocada from burning during baking
Observations
Cocada is a traditional Brazilian sweet, loved for its unique coconut flavor and its texture, which can range from creamy to firmer. Making cocada at home is a great way to enjoy this artisanal delicacy, perfect for dessert or to accompany coffee. This recipe focuses on a creamy and easy-to-make version, ideal for kitchen beginners.
The preparation is relatively simple but requires attention to detail to achieve the perfect consistency. The main ingredients are coconut, condensed milk, and a touch of fat, which together create a rich and flavorful base. The final oven baking enhances the flavors and gives this delicacy the desired texture.
The preparation is relatively simple but requires attention to detail to achieve the perfect consistency. The main ingredients are coconut, condensed milk, and a touch of fat, which together create a rich and flavorful base. The final oven baking enhances the flavors and gives this delicacy the desired texture.
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