Brazilian recipe
Simple Homemade Coconut Tarts (Tortinha de cocada)
These delightful mini coconut tarts use store-bought pastry dough, offering a quick and practical way to enjoy a classic Brazilian treat.
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Ingredients
1 package small thin pastry dough discs
1 egg yolk
1 can sweetened condensed milk
100 g shredded coconut
1 egg yolk
1 can sweetened condensed milk
100 g shredded coconut
Where to find ingredients
You can find all ingredients at local Eswatini supermarkets. Look for shredded coconut and condensed milk in the baking aisle. Thin pastry dough can be found in the refrigerated or frozen foods section; if unavailable, a light puff pastry or thin phyllo dough can be used as a substitute.
Preparation method
- Place each pastry dough disc into the bottom and up the sides of small individual molds, no greasing required.
- Press the dough firmly into the molds to remove air pockets and ensure they hold their shape.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the egg yolk, condensed milk, and shredded coconut until the mixture is smooth and well-incorporated.
- Fill each pastry shell with the coconut cream mixture up to the rim.
- Place in a preheated oven at a medium-to-low temperature and bake until the edges are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven, allow to cool slightly, unmold, and serve warm or cold.
Observations
This recipe for cocada tarts is a practical and delicious choice for anyone seeking a traditional Brazilian sweet. By using ready-made thin pastry dough (massa de pastel), the preparation becomes much faster, making these perfect for parties, snacks, or simply satisfying a sweet tooth. The result is bite-sized tarts with a creamy coconut and condensed milk filling encased in a crisp shell.
They are ideal for serving in individual portions, ensuring convenience and an appealing presentation. The distinct flavor of coconut combined with the richness of condensed milk makes these tarts an absolute crowd-pleaser.
They are ideal for serving in individual portions, ensuring convenience and an appealing presentation. The distinct flavor of coconut combined with the richness of condensed milk makes these tarts an absolute crowd-pleaser.
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