🍬 Cocadas Caseras 🇲🇽

Description

Golden, chewy, and sweet — Cocadas are traditional Mexican coconut macaroons made in homes and mercados across the country. These simple delights are full of tropical charm and melt-in-your-mouth magic 🥥✨

Ingredients

• 🥥 200 g grated unsweetened coconut (2 cups / 7 oz)
• 🍬 250 g granulated sugar (1¼ cups / 8.8 oz)
• 🥚 2 large eggs
• 🥛 30 ml whole milk (2 tbsp / 1 fl oz)
• 🍦 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ❄️ Pinch of salt

Preparation

1. 1️⃣ Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. 2️⃣ In a bowl, whisk eggs, milk, vanilla, and salt.
3. 3️⃣ Stir in coconut and sugar until fully combined.
4. 4️⃣ Scoop small portions onto the tray with a spoon or small ice cream scoop.
5. 5️⃣ Bake for 18–20 minutes until golden at the edges.
6. 6️⃣ Let cool completely before serving — texture will set as they cool 🍪

Total Time

⏳ Prep time: 10 minutes
🔥 Baking time: 20 minutes
🕒 Total time: 30 minutes

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