Recipe of Cocadas
Cocadas are a typical sweet from several Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries. It is made from a dough of coconut zest and milk that is then baked. They are delicious, moist and easy to make. At Vida Recipes we show you how, the ingredients, their quantities
and steps.Recipe Summary
Preparation
70 min
Cooking
60 min
Servings
20
Difficulty
Easy
Category
Cakes and Pies
Ingredients
- 4 egg whites
- 450 g of flower sugar
- 1/2 tsp of vanilla essence
- 450 g of shredded coconut
- 20 gr. of cornstarch
Join me and let's see how to make Cocadas
Instructions:
- Whisk the egg whites until stiff.
- Start adding the flower sugar and vanilla essence.
- Add the shredded coconut together with the cornstarch little by little until you get a paste.
- With the help of a spoon, scoop out dough and place it on a buttered tin. Shape into a cone with wet hands.
- Bake in the oven at 180º for 1 hour or until lightly browned. Let it cool and serve.
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Tips for this recipe
Here are some useful tips to perfectly prepare Cocadas and get the best results.
- Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor
- Prepare all ingredients before starting to cook
- Monitor temperature during cooking to prevent burning
- For recipes requiring long cooking time, maintain low and steady temperature
Variations of this recipe
Try these delicious variations of Cocadas to give a different touch to your preparation.
- Vegetarian version: substitute meat with plant proteins like tofu or legumes
- Spicy version: add chili peppers or spicy spices to taste
- Healthy version: reduce oil and increase vegetables
Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe has a Easy difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
The preparation time is 70 minutes and the cooking time is 60 minutes.
This recipe is designed for 20 servings.
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.
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