Brazilian recipe
Easy homemade cocada tarts (Tortinha de cocada)
A delicious and quick take on the classic Brazilian cocada, using store-bought pastry dough for a simple and sweet treat.
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Ingredients
1 packet of small pastry discs (massa para pastel)
1 egg yolk
1 can of condensed milk
100g grated coconut
1 egg yolk
1 can of condensed milk
100g grated coconut
Where to find ingredients
You can find pre-rolled pastry discs in the freezer section of larger supermarkets; if unavailable, a standard puff pastry sheet cut into circles serves as a suitable substitute. Condensed milk and desiccated coconut are readily available in the baking aisle of any local grocery store.
Preparation method
- Fit each pastry disc into the base and sides of a tartlet tin; there is no need to grease the tins.
- Press the dough firmly into the tin to remove any air pockets and ensure they are well-molded.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the egg yolk, condensed milk, and grated coconut until you have a smooth, homogeneous mixture.
- Fill the pastry cases with the cocada mixture, filling them right to the brim.
- Place in a preheated oven at a low to medium temperature and bake until the edges are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven, allow to cool slightly, remove from the tins, and serve either warm or cold.
Observations
This cocada tart recipe is a practical and delicious choice for those craving a traditional Brazilian sweet. By using ready-made pastry dough, the preparation becomes incredibly quick, making it ideal for parties, snacks, or whenever you need a sweet fix. The result is small tarts featuring a creamy coconut and condensed milk filling encased in a crisp, golden shell.
They are perfect for individual servings, offering both convenience and a charming presentation. The distinct flavor of coconut combined with the richness of condensed milk makes these tarts a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
They are perfect for individual servings, offering both convenience and a charming presentation. The distinct flavor of coconut combined with the richness of condensed milk makes these tarts a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
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