Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Portuguese Coconut Cakes, a perfect blend of sweetness and chewy coconut goodness. These easy-to-make treats are ideal for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a cozy afternoon snack. With a crispy golden top and moist interior, they will capture hearts and palates alike. Made with simple ingredients like sweetened condensed milk and unsweetened coconut flakes, these cakes can be served warm or at room temperature. Experience the joy of creating these scrumptious coconut delights that are sure to be a hit with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a muffin tin or line it with paper liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine sweetened condensed milk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until fully combined.
- Add baking powder and flour to the mixture; stir until smooth with no dry streaks remaining. Fold in coconut flakes gently.
- Spoon the batter into the muffin tin, filling each cup about ¾ full.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown on top.
- Allow cooling in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Portuguese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 50mg