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Homemade Passion Fruit Coconut Candies

Delicious homemade passion fruit coconut candies, made with shredded and flaked coconut. A quick and easy Brazilian recipe to sweeten your day.

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Homemade Passion Fruit Coconut Candies

Ingredients

3 cups (chá) sugar
1 packet passion fruit flavored powdered drink mix
1 cup (chá) water
1 tablespoon corn syrup
1 egg yolk
300 g shredded coconut
100 g coconut flakes

Where to find ingredients

Ingredients for this recipe can be found at most grocery stores. Look for shredded coconut, coconut flakes, sugar, corn syrup, and egg yolks in the baking aisle. Powdered drink mixes and passion fruit flavorings can typically be found in the beverage or international foods section.

Preparation method

  1. In a saucepan, dissolve the powdered drink mix in water
  2. Add the sugar and corn syrup to the saucepan
  3. Bring the mixture to a medium heat and let it boil for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally
  4. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool slightly
  5. Incorporate the egg yolk, shredded coconut, and coconut flakes into the mixture
  6. Return the saucepan to low heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the syrup thickens and starts to pull away from the bottom of the pan
  7. Pour the batter onto a greased baking sheet or aluminum pan
  8. Let it cool completely
  9. Cut the candies into diamond or square shapes

Observations

This passion fruit coconut candy recipe is a classic of Brazilian cuisine, perfect for those seeking a flavorful and practical sweet treat. Ideal for parties, snacks, or satisfying a craving for a homemade sweet, it combines the sweetness of coconut with the tangy, refreshing touch of passion fruit.

Making these candies is an accessible way to bring a piece of Brazilian tradition to your table. The combination of simple ingredients results in a sweet with a pleasant texture and a distinctive flavor, guaranteeing success with everyone.

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