Cocadas Bolivian Coconut Candies
Indulge in the sweet and chewy delight of Cocadas, traditional Bolivian coconut candies that are bursting with tropical flavor and homemade charm. Made with just five simple ingredients—shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and a touch of butter—these bite-sized treats are incredibly easy to prepare and irresistibly satisfying. Perfectly golden at the edges and delicately crisp on the outside, these coconut confections remain moist and tender on the inside. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a quick bake, they make for the ideal dessert or snack to impress family and friends. Whether you’re looking to savor a nostalgic Latin American favorite or need a gluten-free, crowd-pleasing sweet, cocadas are the ultimate tropical indulgence that will transport your taste buds to paradise.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Shredded coconut (unsweetened)
- 200 milliliters Sweetened condensed milk
- 50 grams Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Butter (unsalted, to grease)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly grease the parchment paper with butter to prevent sticking.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until all the ingredients are well incorporated and form a sticky, cohesive mixture.
Using clean hands or a small cookie scoop, take about a tablespoon of the mixture and shape it into a small ball, then flatten it slightly to form a disc. Place the disc on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat this process until all the mixture is used, arranging the discs with about 1 inch of space between them.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the edges of the cocadas turn golden brown.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cocadas cool completely on the tray. They will firm up as they cool.
Once cooled, transfer the cocadas to an airtight container for storage. Enjoy them at room temperature as a delightful snack or dessert!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3111 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 229.1 g | 294% | |
| Saturated Fat | 192.5 g | 962% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 118 mg | 39% | |
| Sodium | 440 mg | 19% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 262.3 g | 95% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 48.0 g | 171% | |
| Total Sugars | 205.3 g | ||
| Protein | 41.5 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 776 mg | 60% | |
| Iron | 10.4 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 2034 mg | 43% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
