Cocada (Coconut Candy)
Cocada is a traditional Brazilian coconut candy, known for its sweet and rich flavor. This recipe uses minimal ingredients and is naturally gluten-free.
Ingredients
- 4 cups Grated Coconut (unsweetened)
- 1 1/2 cups Sugar
- 1/2 cup Water
- 1 pinch Pinch of Salt
Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.
Instructions
- 1In a large saucepan, combine grated coconut, sugar, water, and salt.
- 2Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and most of the liquid evaporates (about 15-20 minutes).
- 3The mixture should be sticky and pulling away from the sides of the pan.
- 4Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- 5Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 6Let the cocada cool completely and harden before serving.
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