Brazilian recipe
Easy and Delicious Coconut Cuca Recipe
Discover how to make homemade coconut cuca with simple ingredients. A traditional Brazilian recipe perfect for afternoon coffee.
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Ingredients
200 g unsalted butter
4 cups sugar (divided)
5 eggs
4 cups all-purpose flour
400 ml milk
200 ml coconut milk
200 ml water
1 tablespoon baking powder
100 g shredded coconut
4 cups sugar (divided)
5 eggs
4 cups all-purpose flour
400 ml milk
200 ml coconut milk
200 ml water
1 tablespoon baking powder
100 g shredded coconut
Where to find ingredients
Ingredients can be found at most supermarkets and grocery stores.
Preparation method
- Prepare the topping: In a bowl, mix 1 and 1/2 cups sugar with the shredded coconut
- Prepare the dough: Separate the yolks from the whites of the 5 eggs
- Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form and set aside
- In another large bowl, beat the butter with 2 and 1/2 cups sugar and the egg yolks until light and fluffy
- Add the flour and milk to the butter and yolk mixture alternately, beginning and ending with flour
- Mix well after each addition
- Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the batter, mixing from bottom to top to maintain airiness
- Add the baking powder and mix gently
- In a saucepan, heat the coconut milk and water
- Add this mixture to the cake batter and stir until smooth
- Pour the batter into a greased and floured baking pan
- Spread the coconut and sugar topping over the batter
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for approximately 30-40 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown and firm to the touch
- Perform a toothpick test to check for doneness
Observations
Coconut cuca is a classic Brazilian delicacy, known for its fluffy dough and crispy coconut topping. Its preparation combines the richness of butter and eggs with the sweet aroma of coconut milk and shredded coconut, resulting in a fragrant and very flavorful cake. This recipe is ideal for those looking for a comforting, easy-to-make homemade dessert that appeals to all tastes. Serve it as an accompaniment to coffee or tea, or as a special dessert.
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