Description
Brazilian beijinho delights with creamy coconut charm, blending sweetness and tradition in one perfect bite. Silky condensed milk and fresh coconut create a dreamy treat you can easily craft at home.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 can (14 ounces/396 grams) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 ⅓ cups (100 grams) unsweetened grated coconut
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Garnish and Decoration:
- Grated coconut (for rolling)
- Whole cloves (for decorating)
Greasing:
- Unsalted butter (for greasing plate and hands)
Instructions
- Prepare a medium saucepan and combine sweetened condensed milk, grated coconut, and butter over medium-low heat, stirring continuously to prevent scorching.
- Cook the mixture for approximately 15-20 minutes, watching for a thickening consistency that allows a spatula to create a temporary path when drawn through the center.
- Carefully transfer the cooked mixture onto a generously buttered plate, spreading it evenly to facilitate rapid cooling.
- Cover the mixture with plastic wrap and allow it to cool completely at room temperature, which helps solidify the texture.
- Once cooled, lightly grease your palms with butter to prevent sticking while shaping the mixture into small, uniform spheres resembling cherries.
- Gently roll each coconut ball in additional grated coconut, creating a delicate, textured exterior.
- Optionally, insert a single whole clove into the center of each beijinho for an aromatic touch and decorative element.
- Arrange the prepared beijinhos in delicate paper cups for an elegant presentation, and advise guests to remove the cloves before consuming.
- Serve at room temperature as a traditional Brazilian sweet treat perfect for celebrations or casual gatherings.
Notes
- Coconut lovers will adore this traditional Brazilian sweet treat that melts in your mouth.
- Cooling the mixture completely ensures perfect texture for rolling into delicate spheres.
- Buttering your hands prevents sticking and helps create smooth, uniform coconut truffles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg