Coconut candy: 20 recipes that are pure sweetness

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cocada recipes

1. Cocada with fresh coconut: in addition to the grated coconut bought in a packet, this recipe here calls for two fresh coconuts, sugar and condensed milk. To cool the cocadas they should be placed on sheets of parchment paper or on greased stone surfaces.

2. Ninho cut milk cocada: when the darling milk Ninho arrives in a recipe, there’s no need to be in doubt: it’s definitely delicious. This cocada is very hard and can be cut into larger pieces. Serve it in a pretty bowl or on a colorful plate and get ready to receive the compliments.

3. Creamy Cocada with condensed milk: think of a versatile delicacy. It’s this one. Creamy, this cocada can be used both as a filling for cakes or pies and to eat with a spoon, served in individual portions. The best part is that it’s fun to make. The hardest part is not devouring it all at once.

4. Bamboo coconut oven cocada: the restaurant Coco Bambu is famous for its dishes, and this dessert is a homemade version of one of them. This cocada is to be consumed warm, so serve as soon as you take it out of the oven. The edges of the candy are crispy and the center is very soft. Irresistible.

5. Ninho with Nutella Creamy Milk Cocada: Brazil’s sweetest duplinha makes all the difference in this cocada. Ninho milk gives a very special taste to the cocada, while a Nutella and sour cream topping gives a final touch. It’s salivating just imagining it!

6. Vegan cocada: with fresh grated coconut, sugar, water and salt you prepare this vegan cocada. If you prefer it in the soft version, you can add condensed soy milk. Another incredible variation is to bet on complementary ingredients, such as paçoca or brown sugar. Invent your own recipe according to your preferences!

coconut candy recipes

7. Traditional coconut candy: although it has few ingredients – coconut milk, refined sugar, unsalted butter, it takes a little attention to prepare this coconut candy. The sugar syrup cooking stage is the most important. The sweet spot is the “hard bullet point”. Overcooking can cause the end result to not turn out exactly as expected, but don’t give up!

8. Coconut candy that melts in your mouth: some recipes are practically a physical exercise – and this is precisely the case with this candy. Although you only need three ingredients, the process of pulling until you get the right point is a bit laborious. It may even tire your arm, but the sweetness makes up for it!

9. Coconut candy with brigadeiro filling: you may not believe it, but it is possible to make the coconut candy even tastier than it already is. This recipe is so easy and melts in your mouth. The tip is to leave the brigadier completely cold to fill the bullet. You can also make it with other fillings, such as white or strawberry brigadeiro.

10. Baiana coconut candy: do you know what the Bahian (bullet) has? A caramel sauce that is unique! Prepared with sugar, water and a tablespoon of white vinegar, it gives a crunchy touch to the sweetie made with condensed milk, freshly grated coconut, a yolk and butter. Do it at home and get ready to fall in love.

11. Stuffed coconut candy without fire: does the work of having to pull the candy make you end up giving up preparing this sweetness at home? Okay, there are alternatives! This version here, for example, doesn’t need to be pulled and doesn’t even go into the fire. They are made with icing sugar, cornstarch and coconut milk. The stuffing can be brigadeiro or another option you prefer. The video shows the step by step.

jaw breaker recipes

12. Traditional jaw-breaker: calm down, no one here needs to break any part of the body. This candy got its name because it is very hard – but deliciously sugary and delicious. The traditional jawbreaker is prepared with sugar, water, lemon juice and grated coconut.

13. Quiche with shredded and sliced ​​coconut: unlike other versions of quiche, in this one you must grate a part of the coconut (750 g) and slice another (250 g). Also, the ingredient list calls for the juice of two lemons, water and sugar. The use of coconut cut in two ways makes the presentation different. Try making it at home!

14. Soft bowl crunchy: how about a dessert with the irresistible taste of a good chin breaker, but with a mega creamy touch? This version is made with shredded coconut. Remember to serve the pieces on parchment paper, as it can stick to your hands and fingers.

15. Peanut crunchy: when preparing your crunchy, it’s worth using creativity and adding other ingredients to give it a unique touch. The recipe in this video combines coconut with 500 g of raw peanuts. It is mouthwatering!

coconut recipes

16. Traditional coconut: how about preparing this delicacy so common in the streets and squares of the country at home? They are irresistible pieces of sugared coconut – and simpler to prepare than you might think! For the traditional coconut you only need a few tablespoons of water, coconut in large pieces and sugar.

17. Sugared coconut: with a low cost and easy to make, this sugared coconut requires only the 3 most traditional ingredients, which are fresh coconut, sugar and water. You just have to be patient for the sugar to get to the right point. Stir well until there are no balls. Serve in colorful jars or ramekins to make the snack even tastier.

18. Coquinho crunchy: this coconut recipe is ready quickly, requires few ingredients and is wonderful for an afternoon snack. However, it is worth remembering that the candy should be consumed within a maximum of two days, and freezing is not recommended.

19. Coquinho in slices: to innovate when preparing your crunchy coconut, it is worth using coconut in different formats. In this version, the ingredient list calls for the fruit cut into medium-sized slices. It’s charming when serving.

20. Coquinho de rua: it’s time to make a coconut at home just like the one sold on the streets and in carts around. Of those who don’t want to stop eating, you know? It’s so easy to make that it’s worth calling the kids to help. Just supervise when taking the ingredients to the fire, ok?

Are you in love with the ingredient? Then be sure to check out these 39 irresistible and easy-to-make coconut cake recipes.