Experience the taste of traditional Brazilian sweets with this Cocada Morena recipe. Featuring rich caramel and tender coconut, this delightful treat is perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings. Easy to make, it's sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire!
Ingredients
đ 2 cups granulated sugar
đ§ 200 ml water
đ¶ 3 tablespoons white vinegar
đ„„ 2 cups shredded coconut
đ„ Âœ box PiraquĂȘ condensed milk
Instructions
1- Prepare the Caramel:
- In your Panela Fortaleza cooking pot, combine 2 cups of granulated sugar, 200 ml of water, and 3 tablespoons of white vinegar. Stir gently to blend.
2- Cook the Caramel:
- Place the pot on an induction cooktop and bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Allow it to caramelize undisturbed until it achieves a rich, golden-brown color, also known as "guaranĂĄ" color.
3- Add Coconut:
- Lower the heat to prevent burning.
- Introduce 2 cups of shredded coconut to the caramel, stirring with the wooden-handled spatula until thoroughly mixed and thickened.
4- Incorporate Condensed Milk:
- Pour in Âœ box of PiraquĂȘ condensed milk.
- Stir continuously over low heat until the mixture becomes creamy and detaches from the pot's bottom.
5- Shaping the Cocadas:
- Turn off the heat but keep stirring to achieve the perfect consistency with the residual pot heat.
- Using a spoon, scoop out small portions of the mixture and place them onto a baking paper-lined tray, forming desired shapes.
6- Set and Serve:
- Allow the cocadas to cool completely and set before serving.
- Enjoy these sweet delights as a flavorful treat!
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes (excluding cooling)
Servings: Makes approximately 15-20 cocadas, depending on portion size
Equipment: Panela Fortaleza cooking pot, Wooden-handled spatula with red silicone head, Induction cooktop, Baking paper, Spoon, Tray/Platter, Samsung refrigerator (optional for cooling)
Cooking Tips:
- Use white alcohol vinegar for optimal results, but feel free to substitute with your vinegar of choice.
- Avoid stirring the initial mixture to prevent sugar crystallization. Only begin stirring once the coconut is added.
- Stir continuously after adding the condensed milk to achieve a creamy texture.
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