Brazilian recipe
Coconut Manjar
Coconut Manjar is a classic Brazilian dessert, celebrated for its smooth, velvety texture and simple preparation.
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Ingredients
1 liter of milk
8 tablespoons of sugar
1 small jar of coconut milk
100 g of unsweetened desiccated coconut
6 tablespoons of cornstarch
8 tablespoons of sugar
1 small jar of coconut milk
100 g of unsweetened desiccated coconut
6 tablespoons of cornstarch
Where to find ingredients
You can find all these ingredients in the baking or international aisles of most local supermarkets. Coconut milk and unsweetened shredded coconut are typically kept near the baking supplies or with other Latin American ingredients.
Preparation
- Mix the milk, sugar, coconut milk, and desiccated coconut in a pot
- Dissolve the cornstarch in a small amount of reserved milk
- Add the dissolved cornstarch to the mixture in the pot
- Place over medium heat
- Stir constantly until the cream thickens
- Cook for one more minute after it starts to boil
- Transfer the mixture to a decorative mold that has been lightly oiled or moistened with water
- Wait for the dessert to cool down
- Refrigerate for 2 hours to set
- Unmold and serve with plum or strawberry syrup
Notes
This recipe results in a refreshing and creamy dessert, ideal for serving chilled on any occasion. The consistency is firm and the coconut flavor is perfectly balanced, pairing beautifully with fruit syrups.
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