Paleo Cocada
Indulge in the natural sweetness of Paleo Cocada, a wholesome twist on the classic Latin coconut treat that's both dairy and refined sugar-free. Featuring a luscious blend of unsweetened shredded coconut, velvety coconut cream, and a touch of honey or maple syrup, this simple yet satisfying recipe takes just 10 minutes to prep and delivers a batch of 16 chewy, bite-sized delights. Enhanced with pure vanilla extract and a pinch of sea salt, each cocada offers a rich and aromatic flavor that’s perfect for paleo and gluten-free lifestyles. With minimal ingredients and easy stovetop cooking, these treats are a surefire way to elevate your snack game. Serve them as a guilt-free dessert or store them in an airtight container for an on-the-go energy boost!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup coconut cream
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
1. Begin by preparing a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. This will prevent the cocada from sticking and make cleanup easier.
2. In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine the unsweetened shredded coconut and coconut cream. Stir continuously to ensure the coconut absorbs the cream evenly.
3. Add the honey or maple syrup to the saucepan and continue stirring to mix thoroughly. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes until it thickens, stirring frequently to prevent it from burning at the bottom.
4. Once the mixture has thickened to a sticky texture, remove the saucepan from the heat. Add the pure vanilla extract and sea salt, then stir well to evenly distribute the flavorings.
5. Using a spoon or small cookie scoop, drop mounds of the coconut mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.
6. Allow the cocada to cool to room temperature, which will take about 30 minutes. As they cool, they will firm up and be ready to eat.
7. Once cooled, enjoy these delightful paleo treats! Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2778 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 201.3 g | 258% | |
| Saturated Fat | 181.3 g | 907% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 780 mg | 34% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 256.8 g | 93% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 45.5 g | 162% | |
| Total Sugars | 206.8 g | ||
| Protein | 21.2 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 76 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 9.7 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 1728 mg | 37% | |
*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.
