Brazilian recipe
Sweet Tapioca Starch Cookies (Biscoito de polvilho doce)
These crisp and traditional tapioca starch cookies are the perfect accompaniment to a fresh cup of coffee.
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Ingredients
1 kg sweet tapioca starch (polvilho doce)
2 cups sugar
300 g margarine
6 whole eggs
100 g shredded coconut
2 cups sugar
300 g margarine
6 whole eggs
100 g shredded coconut
Where to find ingredients
You can find polvilho doce in the baking or ethnic aisles of well-stocked supermarkets or specialty international grocery stores. If unavailable, arrowroot starch is a common substitute, though the final texture may vary slightly.
Preparation method
- Place the polvilho doce, sugar, margarine, eggs, and shredded coconut into a large mixing bowl.
- Mix all ingredients together and knead by hand until a smooth and homogeneous dough is formed.
- Grease a baking sheet with a thin layer of fat.
- Shape small balls from portions of the dough.
- Arrange the balls on the baking sheet, leaving a small space between each one.
- Place in an oven preheated to medium temperature.
- Bake until the cookies reach a light golden color.
Observations
These cookies are ideal for afternoon tea or snack time. The preparation is straightforward, yielding a generous batch of treats with a delightful and distinct texture.
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