Brazilian recipe
Easy Homemade Cocada Tartlets
Delicious cocada tartlets made with ready-made pastry dough, a quick and practical Brazilian dessert to enjoy.
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Ingredients
1 package small pastry dough sheets
1 egg yolk
1 can condensed milk
100 g shredded coconut
1 egg yolk
1 can condensed milk
100 g shredded coconut
Where to find ingredients
Look for pre-made, thin pastry dough sheets in the refrigerated section of most supermarkets, often near the butter or fresh pasta. Specialty baking stores or larger international food markets may also carry them.
Available in the dairy section of any supermarket.
Found in the canned goods or baking aisle of most supermarkets. It's a common ingredient in many desserts.
Available in the baking aisle of supermarkets, typically in bags or canisters. Unsweetened shredded coconut is common, but sweetened can also be used (adjust sweetness if needed). Look in the international foods section or health food aisles as well.
Available in the dairy section of any supermarket.
Found in the canned goods or baking aisle of most supermarkets. It's a common ingredient in many desserts.
Available in the baking aisle of supermarkets, typically in bags or canisters. Unsweetened shredded coconut is common, but sweetened can also be used (adjust sweetness if needed). Look in the international foods section or health food aisles as well.
Preparation method
- Arrange each pastry dough disc at the bottom and sides of a small tart mold, no need to grease
- Press the dough well to remove all air and ensure they are nicely shaped
- In a bowl, mix the egg yolk, condensed milk, and shredded coconut until you get a homogeneous cream
- Fill the pastry shells with the cocada cream to the brim
- Place in a preheated oven at medium-low temperature and bake until golden
- Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, unmold, and serve hot or cold
Observations
This cocada tartlet recipe is a practical and delicious option for those seeking a traditional Brazilian sweet. Using ready-made pastry dough makes preparation much faster, ideal for parties, snacks, or simply to satisfy a sweet craving. The result is mini tartlets with a creamy coconut and condensed milk filling, on a crispy base.
They are perfect for serving in individual portions, ensuring practicality and a charming appearance. The distinct flavor of coconut combined with the sweetness of condensed milk makes these tartlets a guaranteed success.
They are perfect for serving in individual portions, ensuring practicality and a charming appearance. The distinct flavor of coconut combined with the sweetness of condensed milk makes these tartlets a guaranteed success.
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