Brazilian Coconut Bars (Cocada)
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5.0
36 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
16
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Course
Dessert
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Cuisine
Brazilian, gluten-free
Brazilian Coconut Bars (Cocada)
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Quick, tropical, gluten-free coconut bars that despite their small-size can satisfy even the most die-hard sweet tooth!
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Ingredients
- 1 can Can of Sweetened Condensed Milk 14 oz or 396 g
- 1¼ cups unsweetened coconut flakes
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- ½ tablespoon softened unsalted butter plus more for greasing
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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Instructions
- Grease well with butter both the bottom and sides of a 8 x 8-inch baking pan. Set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, combine condensed milk, coconut, and sugar. Cook over medium-low heat for about 10 minutes (large burner) or more (small burner), stirring constantly, until mixture has thickened enough to detached from the bottom and sides of of the pan.
- Remove from the heat, immediately stir in ½ Tablespoon of butter, and then the vanilla.
- Pour hot mixture into the prepared baking pan, spreading well with a large spoon or spatula until leveled uniformly. Let cool slightly on a rack and cut into squares while mixture has not completely solidified. Let them cool down before handling.
Notes
- Storage: These coconut bars should be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 8 days. Do not freeze or refrigerate!
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