If you are looking for an easy, mouth-watering dessert that comes together in a flash, you’ve come to the right place. We’ll show you how to make an incredible Creamy Condensed Milk Coconut Candy (Cocada) with only four ingredients. This treat is guaranteed to satisfy your sweet tooth, so keep reading to master this classic Brazilian recipe.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- approx. 10 oz (300g) shredded coconut (unsweetened is recommended)
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
How to Prepare Creamy Coconut Candy:
- In a saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Stir occasionally over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and transforms into a thick syrup.
- Once the syrup reaches the right consistency, add the shredded coconut. Continue stirring until the coconut is well-incorporated and slightly dry.
- Pour in the sweetened condensed milk and keep stirring over low heat until the mixture thickens and begins to pull away from the bottom of the pan.
- Remove from heat. Prepare a baking sheet or tray lightly greased with butter or margarine. Spread the warm coconut mixture onto the pan.
- Using a spoon, shape the mixture into small, individual mounds side-by-side on the tray. Allow them to cool and set for approximately two hours.
- Once set, your cocadas are ready to enjoy! They will have a slightly firmer exterior with an incredibly soft and creamy center.
Pro Tip:
You can shape these into small individual mounds as shown, or spread the entire mixture into a square baking dish and slice them into rectangular bars once cooled.
Why You’ll Love It:
This recipe uses just four pantry staples to create a dessert with a irresistible, decadent texture. Using high-quality shredded coconut makes all the difference, resulting in a sweet treat that is perfect for entertaining or whenever you need a quick sugar fix.
We hope you enjoy this simple and delicious Creamy Condensed Milk Cocada recipe!