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Coconut Quindim: The Brazilian Sweet that Enchants
Prep
20 min
Cook
30 min
Total time
50 min
Yield
4 servings
Difficulty
EASY
Calories
350 kcal

Quick summary

“Coconut Quindim is a delicious and easy-to-make Brazilian sweet, perfect for weekends or parties.”

What you need to know

  • The use of coconut milk gives a unique and creamy flavor to the quindim.
  • The water bath is essential to ensure that the quindim does not stick to the molds.
  • The firm texture and golden color indicate that the quindim is ready.

Ingredients

Main

  • 2 cups of sugar
  • 4 egg yolks
  • 1 cup of shredded coconut
  • 1/2 cup of coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Instructions

Principal

  1. In a pan, melt the butter and add the sugar, stirring until diluted.
  2. Remove from heat and add the egg yolks, mixing well.
  3. Add the coconut milk and grated coconut, mixing until a homogeneous dough is obtained.
  4. Grease the molds with butter and sprinkle with sugar.
  5. Pour the mixture into the molds, filling up to 3/4 of the height.
  6. Place the ramekins in a baking dish with water (water bath).
  7. Take to the oven and bake for about 35 minutes or until they are firm.
  8. Remove from the oven, let cool, and unmold.
  9. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Chef's tips

  • Grease the molds well with butter and dust with sugar to make unmolding easier.
  • Keep the oven preheated so the quindim cooks evenly.
  • Let it cool before unmolding to prevent the Quindim from sticking.

Variations

  • Add a little cinnamon to the sauce before pouring into the molds to give a special touch.
  • Try replacing the yolks with egg whites for a lighter version.
  • Make mini quindims in small molds to serve as a snack.

Substitutions

  • You can use confectioners' sugar instead of refined sugar.
  • Coconut milk can be substituted for condensed milk.
  • Shredded coconut can be replaced by ground dried coconut.

How to store

Let the quindim cool completely before storing in an airtight container. It can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Can it be frozen?

Quindimpossível to freeze quindim, as it loses its texture when thawing.

What to serve with

Serve the quindimdim with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or with a slice of banana for an extra touch of flavor.

Frequently asked questions

Can quindim be frozen?

No, the quindim cannot be frozen, as it loses its texture when thawing.

How to store quindim?

Let the quindim cool completely before storing in an airtight container. It can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

How do I unmold the Quindim?

Grease the pans well with butter and dust with sugar to facilitate unmolding. Let it cool before unmolding to prevent the Quindim from sticking.

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