- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 120 kcal
Quick summary
“Simple Sweets: The Coconut Beijinho Delight is a quick and tasty recipe that results in sweet and creamy candies, perfect to enjoy as a snack between meals.”
What you need to know
- Docinhos fáceis de fazer e deliciosos
- Use ingredientes básicos para um sabor autêntico
- Bem balanceado em textura e sabor
- Decorar com coco ralado para dar um toque extra
Ingredients
Main
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- 100g shredded coconut
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 cup of sugar for rolling
- Chocolate sprinkles for decoration (optional)
Instructions
Principal
- In a saucepan, place the condensed milk, shredded coconut, and butter.
- Bring to medium heat and stir constantly until it starts to pull away from the bottom of the pan.
- After about 15 minutes, turn off the heat and let the mixture cool for a few minutes.
- When it is warm, grease your hands with a little butter.
- Shape small balls with the beijinho dough.
- Roll the balls in sugar or chocolate sprinkles if you prefer.
- Place the sweets on a tray.
- Finish by garnishing with a sprinkle of shredded coconut on top (optional).
Chef's tips
- Deixe a mistura esfriar um pouco antes de moldar as bolinhas para não quebrar
- Pode substituir o leite condensado por calda de chocolate
- Para economizar tempo, pode fazer em lata e moldar posteriormente
Variations
- Adicione uma pitada de baunilha para dar um toque de sabor extra
- Substituir o leite condensado por uma sobremesa mais calórica, como sorvete de baunilha
- Substituir o coco ralado por uma pitada de raspas de chocolate
Substitutions
- Substituir o coco ralado por coco em grãos
- Substituir o açúcar pela farinha de mandioca
- Substituir a manteiga por margarina
How to store
Small sweets can be kept in an airtight container for up to 3 days. If they are without topping, they can last longer.
Can it be frozen?
Não pode congelar. Condensed milk can melt and alter the texture of the candy. If it is in a can format, you can mold and refrigerate in an airtight container.
What to serve with
Small sweets can accompany milk tea or afternoon coffee. Can be served with a pinch of shredded coconut.
Frequently asked questions
How can I decorate the sweets?
Sweets can be decorated with powdered sugar or chocolate sprinkles.
Can these sweets be frozen?
Cannot freeze, as the condensed milk may melt and alter the texture.
How many sweets are made with this recipe?
Based on the ingredients provided, it is 4 portions.
How can I replace condensed milk?
Condensed milk can be replaced by chocolate syrup or another sugar-free condensed milk.
