Brazilian recipe
Homemade passion fruit cocadinha (Cocadinha de maracujá)
Learn how to make these delightful passion fruit cocadinhas, a classic sweet treat featuring a wonderful balance of coconut and tangy fruit.
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Ingredients
1 sachet (approx. 25g) passion fruit flavoured drink powder
1 cup water
3 cups granulated white sugar
1 tablespoon liquid glucose
1 egg yolk
300g desiccated coconut
100g shredded coconut flakes
1 cup water
3 cups granulated white sugar
1 tablespoon liquid glucose
1 egg yolk
300g desiccated coconut
100g shredded coconut flakes
Where to find ingredients
You can find desiccated coconut and coconut flakes in the baking aisle of any major supermarket. Passion fruit drink powder is often found in the international or speciality drinks section. If unavailable, you may substitute with an equal volume of concentrated passion fruit pulp as a fresh alternative, though texture may vary slightly.
Preparation method
- In a saucepan, dissolve the passion fruit drink powder in the water.
- Stir in the sugar and the liquid glucose until well combined.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and allow the mixture to boil for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove the pan from the heat and allow it to cool slightly.
- Gently fold in the egg yolk, desiccated coconut, and coconut flakes until incorporated.
- Return the pan to low heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the syrup thickens and the mixture begins to pull away from the bottom of the pan.
- Spread the mixture evenly onto a greased metal baking tray or shallow dish.
- Allow the mixture to cool completely at room temperature.
- Slice the set cocadinha into diamonds or squares to serve.
Observations
Mastering the art of making cocadinha de maracujá is a fantastic way to bring a taste of Brazilian confectionery into your home kitchen. This traditional sweet is universally loved for its unique contrast between the tropical sweetness of coconut and the vibrant, zesty punch of passion fruit.
Preparing these sweets is straightforward, making them perfect for gatherings, a thoughtful afternoon snack, or whenever you are craving a homemade treat with a perfect, chewy texture. With just a few pantry staples, you can achieve a professional result that friends and family will find truly irresistible.
Preparing these sweets is straightforward, making them perfect for gatherings, a thoughtful afternoon snack, or whenever you are craving a homemade treat with a perfect, chewy texture. With just a few pantry staples, you can achieve a professional result that friends and family will find truly irresistible.
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