Brazilian recipe
Easy and Delicious Coconut Cuca Recipe
Discover how to make homemade coconut cuca with simple ingredients. A traditional Brazilian recipe perfect for an afternoon coffee break.
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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
Shredded coconut, coconut milk, and all-purpose flour are readily available in the baking aisle of most major supermarkets. Baking powder and unsalted butter can also be found in the baking section. Eggs and milk are standard dairy items found in the refrigerated section. Sugar is typically in the baking aisle. If you're looking for specific Brazilian brands or types of shredded coconut (like unsweetened), check Latin or international food markets, or the international foods aisle of larger supermarkets. Fresh coconuts, if available, can be found at farmers' markets or specialty produce stores, but pre-shredded coconut is a convenient substitute.
Preparation method
- Prepare the topping: In a bowl, mix 1 and 1/2 cups of 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 of sugar and the egg yolks until light and fluffy
- Add the all-purpose flour and milk to the butter and yolk mixture alternately, beginning and ending with the flour
- Mix well after each addition
- Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the dough, mixing from the bottom up to avoid deflating it
- 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 homogeneous
- Pour the batter into a greased and floured 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 the toothpick test to check for doneness
Observations
Coconut cuca is a classic Brazilian delicacy, known for its fluffy dough and crunchy coconut topping. Its preparation combines the richness of butter and eggs with the fragrant sweetness of coconut milk and shredded coconut, resulting in an aromatic and very flavorful cake.
This recipe is ideal for those looking for a comforting, easy-to-make homemade sweet that appeals to all tastes. Serve it with coffee or tea, or as a special dessert.
This recipe is ideal for those looking for a comforting, easy-to-make homemade sweet that appeals to all tastes. Serve it with coffee or tea, or as a special dessert.
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