Cocada Amarela –Yellow Coconut Pudding

May 16, 2023May 16, 20230 3

Authentic Cocada Amarela recipe for an exotic pudding dessert

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

2 hours 40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

321

Sugar

46g

Fat

15g

Cocada Amarela, also known as Yellow Coconut Pudding, is a traditional Brazilian dessert that is popular throughout South America. It is a rich and creamy pudding made with coconut and egg yolks, and often flavored with cinnamon or cloves. Traditionally served at special occasions such as weddings and religious ceremonies, Cocada Amarela is a favorite dessert in Brazil and beyond.

Instructions

1.	In a large pot, heat the sugar and water over medium heat until the sugar dissolves.
2.	Add the whole cloves and the grated coconut to the pot and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the coconut is tender and the liquid has reduced by about half.
3.	In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks.
4.	Slowly pour the hot coconut mixture into the bowl with the egg yolks, whisking constantly to prevent the eggs from cooking.
5.	Pour the combined mixture back into the pot and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
6.	Remove the cloves from the mixture.
7.	Pour the pudding into small serving dishes and sprinkle with ground cinnamon to taste.
8.	Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

PROS

Cocada Amarela is an exotic and tropical dessert that is sure to impress your dinner guests.

It is sweet and creamy with a wonderful coconut flavor.

It is also gluten-free and dairy-free, making it a great option for those with dietary restrictions.

CONS

This dessert does contain a significant amount of sugar, as well as egg yolks and coconut, which are both high in fat and calories.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Cocada Amarela is not the healthiest dessert option, it does contain the health benefits of coconut, which is high in fiber and can aid in digestion.
Coconut is also full of vitamins and minerals, including iron and potassium.

	1 cup sugar
	3 cups water
	2 whole cloves
	1/2 a coconut
	6 egg yolks
	ground cinnamon , to taste