Beijinho De Coco (Brazilian Coconut Balls)
Beijinho De Coco is a popular Brazilian sweet often served at birthday parties and celebrations.
This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 6.
Beijinho De Coco (Brazilian Coconut Balls)
Ingredients
Instructions
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In a saucepan, combine the sweetened condensed milk, shredded coconut, butter, granulated sugar, and cloves.
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Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and starts to pull away from the sides of the pan.
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Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
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Let the mixture cool for about 30 minutes.
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With greased hands, roll the mixture into small balls.
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Roll the balls in additional shredded coconut to coat.
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Place the coconut balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
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Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 150kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10g16%
- Total Carbohydrate 15g5%
- Sugars 14g
- Protein 1g2%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
