- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 250 kcal
Quick summary
“Delicious Brazilian Dessert That Melts in Your Mouth, Easy to Prepare and Tasty”
What you need to know
- Deliciosa e refrescante sobremesa
- Prático e rápido de preparar
- Sabor de coco perfeito
Ingredients
Main
- 2 cups shredded coconut
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup of coconut milk
- 4 eggs
- 1 tablespoon of melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Principal
- Pré-aqueça o forno a 180ºC.
- In a bowl, mix the shredded coconut, sugar, and coconut milk until you get a homogeneous mixture.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs until they are foamy.
- Add the melted butter and vanilla extract to the beaten eggs, mixing well.
- Incorporate the coconut mixture slowly into the egg mixture, stirring delicately.
- Transfer the dough to a refractory pan greased with butter.
- Bake for about 30 minutes or until the surface is golden.
- Remove from the oven and let cool before cutting into pieces.
Chef's tips
- Use manteiga derretida para facilitar a mistura
- Misture delicadamente para não quebrar o espumado dos ovos
- Leve ao forno por menos de 30 minutos para não deixar o doce seco
Variations
- Adicione um pouco de fermento em pó para dar um sabor adicional
- Adicione uma pitada de sal para equilibrar o sabor
- Substituir coco ralado por leite condensado para uma versão mais líquida
Substitutions
- Substituir coco ralado por leite condensado para um sabor diferente
- Usar creme de leite em vez de leite de coco para um sabor mais cremoso
- Substituir açúcar por demarçado para um sabor mais intenso
How to store
Let cool before cutting and store in an airtight container for up to 3 days
Can it be frozen?
Não pode congelar. The sweet can dry out quickly if frozen
What to serve with
Vanilla ice cream or gelatin to complement
Frequently asked questions
What can I do to add more flavor?
Add a little baking powder
How do I avoid breaking the egg foam?
Mix gently and make sure to incorporate the shredded coconut gradually
Can the dessert be savory?
Yes, you can add a little salt to balance the flavor
What substitution can I make if I don't have coconut milk?
You can use whole milk
