Low Fat Cocada
Satisfy your sweet tooth with this guilt-free spin on a classic dessert: Low Fat Cocada. This irresistible Brazilian treat features shredded unsweetened coconut infused with the creamy flavors of light coconut milk and a touch of sweetened condensed milk, creating a chewy, melt-in-your-mouth texture without the usual heaviness. A hint of vanilla rounds out the flavor profile, making it a simple yet elegant option for any occasion. Prepared in under an hour with minimal effort, this recipe is perfect for lightened-up indulgence while still enjoying the rich, tropical essence of coconut. Ideal for parties, snacks, or an after-dinner treat, these bite-sized gems are not only easy to make but also easy to store for lasting enjoyment.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Shredded unsweetened coconut
- 250 ml Light coconut milk
- 100 ml Sweetened condensed milk
- 50 grams Sugar
- 250 ml Water
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
Place the shredded unsweetened coconut into a large, non-stick saucepan.
Add the light coconut milk, sweetened condensed milk, sugar, and water to the pan. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
Set the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring frequently to prevent the bottom from burning.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer. Stir occasionally, allowing it to thicken as it cooks, usually for about 20-25 minutes.
After the cocada has thickened and become slightly sticky with an off-white color, remove the pan from the heat.
Stir in the vanilla extract, ensuring it is evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Using a spoon, scoop the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in roughly tablespoon-sized portions. Space them evenly apart.
Allow the cocadas to cool completely at room temperature, which will allow them to set properly.
Serve the cocadas once they have cooled and enjoy the delightful, chewy texture and sweet coconut flavor.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2061 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 151.4 g | 194% | |
| Saturated Fat | 131.5 g | 658% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 44 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 281 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 175.3 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.7 g | 128% | |
| Total Sugars | 137.2 g | ||
| Protein | 25.7 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 457 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 11.5 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 1185 mg | 25% | |
*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.
