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
Shredded coconut, coconut milk, and all-purpose flour are typically found in the baking aisle of most supermarkets. Baking powder and unsalted butter are also standard supermarket items. Eggs and milk are usually found in the dairy section. Sugar can be found in the baking or sweeteners aisle. For specialty Brazilian ingredients or a wider variety of coconut products, check Latin or international food markets, or specialty import stores. These stores often carry specific types of shredded coconut or coconut milk that might be preferred. Online grocery platforms also offer a wide selection and can deliver directly to your home.
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, starting and ending with the flour
- Mix well after each addition
- Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the batter, mixing from the bottom up to avoid losing air
- 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 and firm to the touch
- Perform the toothpick test to check for doneness
Observations
Coconut cuca is a classic Brazilian delicacy, recognized 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 homemade sweet, easy to make, and that pleases all palates. Serve it as an accompaniment to coffee or tea, or as a special dessert.
This recipe is ideal for those looking for a comforting homemade sweet, easy to make, and that pleases all palates. Serve it as an accompaniment to coffee or tea, or as a special dessert.
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