Vegan Cocada
Indulge in a tropical treat with this Vegan Cocada recipe, a dairy-free spin on the classic Latin American coconut dessert. Made with just five simple ingredients—shredded coconut, creamy coconut milk, natural coconut sugar, vanilla extract, and a hint of salt—this recipe is bursting with rich, caramelized coconut flavor. It’s quick and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, with minimal prep time required, making it perfect for satisfying sweet cravings or impressing guests. These chewy, bite-sized delights are shaped into mounds and cooled to perfection, creating an irresistibly dense and flavorful dessert that’s naturally gluten-free and vegan. Serve as a standout addition to any gathering or enjoy them as an indulgent snack. Perfect for coconut lovers everywhere!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup coconut sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the coconut milk and coconut sugar.
Stir frequently to ensure the sugar dissolves completely. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Reduce the heat to low and add in the shredded coconut, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix well to thoroughly combine all ingredients.
Continue to cook the mixture, stirring constantly, for about 10 to 15 minutes, or until the mixture thickens and starts to leave the sides of the saucepan.
Once thickened, remove the saucepan from heat.
Using a spoon, scoop out small amounts of the mixture and place them onto the prepared baking sheet, shaping each into a round mound. Keep about an inch of space between each cocada.
Allow the cocadas to cool completely at room temperature for about 30 minutes, or until they are firm to the touch.
Once cooled and firm, serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2653 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 162.7 g | 209% | |
| Saturated Fat | 144.4 g | 722% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 737 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 321.4 g | 117% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 45.0 g | 161% | |
| Total Sugars | 272.0 g | ||
| Protein | 18.0 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 78 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 14.9 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 1666 mg | 35% | |
*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.
