Beijinho de Coco (Coconut Little Kiss)

Beijinho de Coco (Coconut Little Kiss)
  • PREP TIME
    30 mins
  • COOK TIME
    20 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    2 hrs 50 mins
  • SERVING
    10 People
  • VIEWS
    78

Transport yourself to a Brazilian celebration with Beijinho de Coco, delightful 'coconut kisses'. These sweet, melt-in-your-mouth candies are a harmonious blend of creamy condensed milk, rich butter, and the delicate crunch of coconut. Perfect for parties or a sweet indulgence any time!

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    24 g
  • Cholesterol
    16 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    3 g
  • Saturated Fat
    4 g
  • Sodium
    69 mg
  • Sugar
    22 g
  • Fat
    5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

In a medium saucepan, combine the condensed milk and butter. (2 minutes)

02

Step

Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly to prevent burning, until the mixture thickens and reduces by about half. This should take approximately 18-20 minutes. The mixture is ready when it pulls away from the sides of the pan.

03

Step

Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup of sweetened flaked coconut. (1 minute)

04

Step

Transfer the mixture to a buttered bowl or plate. (1 minute)

05

Step

Cover with plastic wrap, pressing it directly onto the surface to prevent a skin from forming. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until firm enough to handle.

06

Step

Once chilled, lightly grease your hands with butter. Roll tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture into smooth balls. (15 minutes)

07

Step

Roll each ball in the sweetened flaked coconut until fully coated. (10 minutes)

08

Step

Gently insert a whole clove into the top of each beijinho as a decorative touch. (5 minutes)

09

Step

Arrange the beijinhos on a serving plate and store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

For a richer flavor, use coconut milk instead of cow's milk in the original recipe.
If the mixture is too soft to roll, chill for a longer period.
Feel free to experiment with different toppings, such as sprinkles or chopped nuts.
Beijinhos are best enjoyed within 3-4 days.

Damion Rippin

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.1/ 5 ( 26 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (10)
  • Dawson Reichel

    I tried using unsweetened coconut and adding a bit of vanilla extract. It gave them a nice sophisticated twist.

  • Austyn Howe

    Such a simple recipe with delicious results. I'll definitely be making these again.

  • Sydni Mosciski

    Make sure you chill them long enough! Mine were still a bit sticky after only 2 hours.

  • Verner Kris

    These are dangerously addictive!

  • Jackeline Goyette

    Be careful not to burn the milk

  • Kacey Hirthe

    I added a pinch of salt to balance the sweetness and it was perfect.

  • Marquise Balistreri

    These were great!

  • Javier Murphy

    My batch was a little too soft. I think I needed to cook it for a bit longer. But the flavor was amazing!

  • Mohammed Lowe

    These were a hit at my daughter's birthday party! So easy to make and everyone loved them.

  • Lonny Larson

    So much fun to make with kids!

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