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Portuguese Coconut Cakes Recipe

Portuguese Coconut Cakes Recipe
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These Portuguese Coconut Cakes are moist, tender, and bursting with rich coconut flavor. Made with simple ingredients like sweetened condensed milk and shredded coconut, these delightful cakes are perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. Their lightly golden tops and soft interior make them irresistibly delicious and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups unsweetened coconut flakes
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin or line it with paper liners to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
  3. Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in the baking powder and flour until the mixture is free of dry streaks. Gently fold in the coconut flakes to evenly distribute them in the batter.
  4. Fill Your Muffin Tin: Spoon the batter into each muffin cup, filling about three-quarters full to allow room for rising during baking.
  5. Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the cakes are golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  6. Cool: Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Serve: Enjoy the cakes warm or at room temperature. They pair wonderfully with a fresh cup of coffee or tea.

Notes

  • For enhanced coconut flavor, lightly toast the coconut flakes before folding them into the batter.
  • Use paper liners for easy removal and less cleanup.
  • Store leftover cakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
  • These cakes can also be frozen for up to a month; thaw at room temperature before serving.
  • Feel free to add a pinch of salt to balance sweetness if desired.

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Keywords: Portuguese coconut cakes, coconut dessert, easy coconut cake, sweet coconut muffins, traditional Portuguese recipe

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