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Best Easy Cocadas Recipe

Name: Best Easy Cocadas Recipe
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 35 g
Ingredients: Shredded sweetened coconut 2 cups; Egg whites 2 pieces; Sugar 0.75 cup; Vanilla extract 1 tsp; Salt 0.25 tsp

Chewy coconut candies made with shredded coconut and sugar are a beloved Mexican sweet. This family-friendly treat is a tropical confection perfect for coconut lovers of all ages.

Cook 35 min Difficulty EASY 160 kcal

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Ingredients

Main ingredients

Shredded sweetened coconut 2 cups
Egg whites 2 pieces

Seasonings/Sauce

Sugar 0.75 cup
Vanilla extract 1 tsp
Salt 0.25 tsp

Nutrition summary

Carbohydrates 24 g 60%

Protein 2 g 5%

Fat 7 g 35%

Serving size 35g

Cooking steps

1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
2

In a large bowl, combine shredded sweetened coconut and sugar. Mix well to distribute the sugar evenly.
3

In a separate clean bowl, whisk the egg whites with salt until just frothy, then gently blend in the vanilla extract.
4

Fold the egg white mixture into the coconut-sugar blend, mixing just until everything is moistened but not overly dense.
5

Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, portion small mounds of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing about 1 inch apart.
6

Bake on the center rack for 20–25 minutes, watching carefully after 18 minutes for golden edges. Rotate the tray once halfway for even browning.
7

Remove from oven when the cocadas are lightly golden on the bottoms and set on top. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for at least 5 minutes before transferring.

Personalized Q&A

Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?

The defining ingredient of cocadas is shredded sweetened coconut. It provides both the chewy texture and signature tropical flavor that makes this Mexican confection uniquely satisfying.

Q. Which element ensures cocadas hold together without crumbling?

Egg whites act as the binder, helping the coconut and sugar mixture hold its shape during baking. Mixing until just moistened prevents a dense texture and keeps the candies chewy.

Q. How do I prevent the cocadas from overbaking or becoming dry?

Keep a close eye on baking time, especially after 18 minutes. Rotating the tray halfway helps achieve even browning without drying out the coconut. Remove the cocadas from the oven when the bases are lightly golden and let them cool before moving so they set properly.

Q. What are the nutrition facts per serving for these cocadas?

Each 35g serving of cocadas has about 160 kcal, with carbohydrates contributing 24g (60%), fat 7g (35%), and protein 2g (5%). They make for a moderately sweet treat with a balanced amount of fat from the coconut.

Best Easy Cocadas Recipe

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