Brazilian recipe
Coconut Cuca Recipe (Receita de cuca de coco)
Learn how to bake a traditional Brazilian coconut streusel cake with a soft crumb and a delightful, sweet topping. It’s the perfect treat to enjoy with a cup of tea.
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Ingredients
200g unsalted butter
4 cups caster sugar, divided
5 eggs
4 cups plain flour
400ml milk
200ml coconut milk
200ml water
1 tbsp baking powder
100g desiccated coconut
4 cups caster sugar, divided
5 eggs
4 cups plain flour
400ml milk
200ml coconut milk
200ml water
1 tbsp baking powder
100g desiccated coconut
Where to find ingredients
You can find all ingredients at local supermarkets such as SuperValu, Tesco, or Dunnes Stores. Look for coconut milk and desiccated coconut in the world foods or baking aisles. If preferred, use high-quality Irish salted butter for extra richness, though unsalted is standard for this cake.
Preparation method
- To make the topping, combine 1.5 cups of the sugar with the desiccated coconut in a small bowl and set aside.
- Separate the egg yolks from the whites.
- Whisk the egg whites in a clean bowl until stiff peaks form and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter with the remaining 2.5 cups of sugar and the egg yolks until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add the flour and milk to the butter mixture, alternating between the two and starting and ending with the flour, mixing well after each addition.
- Gently fold the stiff egg whites into the batter using a spatula, working from the bottom up to maintain the airy texture.
- Stir in the baking powder, mixing gently.
- In a saucepan, warm the coconut milk and water together. Pour this mixture into the batter and stir until smooth and well combined.
- Pour the cake batter into a greased and floured baking tin.
- Evenly sprinkle the prepared coconut and sugar topping over the top of the batter.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 30 to 40 minutes, or until golden and firm. Perform the skewer test to ensure it is cooked through.
Observations
The Cuca de coco is a classic Brazilian delicacy, prized for its moist, tender crumb and signature sweet, coconut-infused topping. This recipe brings together the richness of butter and eggs with the aromatic sweetness of coconut milk and desiccated coconut, resulting in a fragrant, golden cake that is truly satisfying.
Whether you are looking for a comforting bake to serve during tea time or a special treat to share, this recipe offers a simple approach to authentic Brazilian flavours. Its balanced sweetness and soft texture make it a perennial favourite for any occasion.
Whether you are looking for a comforting bake to serve during tea time or a special treat to share, this recipe offers a simple approach to authentic Brazilian flavours. Its balanced sweetness and soft texture make it a perennial favourite for any occasion.
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