Description
Discover the joy of Portuguese Coconut Cakes, a delightful treat that perfectly marries the rich flavor of coconut with a soft, moist texture. These cakes are ideal for any occasion, from casual snacks to festive gatherings. With their irresistible combination of sweetened condensed milk and coconut flakes, they promise a satisfying sweetness that is hard to resist. Serve them warm or at room temperature alongside your favorite coffee for an indulgent breakfast or dessert experience.
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 with paper liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Add baking powder and flour; stir until smooth. Gently fold in coconut flakes.
- Spoon batter into muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until tops are golden brown.
- Allow to cool in the tin for about 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: 160
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Avoid overmixing to keep cakes light and fluffy. Experiment by adding chocolate chips or nuts for added flavor.