Sequilhos de coco(Coconut and Cornstarch Cookies)

Jun 08, 2023June 8, 20230 3

Delicious Sequilhos de coco recipe for your dessert cravings

Sequilhos de coco(Coconut and Cornstarch Cookies)

by The Chefin Cookies

Prep

20 min

Cook

12 min

Ready In

32 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

170

Sugar

13g

Fat

10g

Sequilhos de coco(Coconut and Cornstarch Cookies)are a popular Brazilian dessert. With its crispy exterior and soft, chewy, and melt-in-your-mouth texture, these cookies are simply amazing. The combination of cornstarch and coconut gives these cookies a unique taste and they're perfect to serve with a cup of tea or coffee. The recipe is so simple to follow that you can make these cookies with your kids, and they will love the process of rolling and flattening the dough into shapes they like. Be prepared to be asked for more!

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.	In a large mixing bowl, beat the margarine and sugar together until creamy.
3.	Add egg and salt. Continue beating until well combined.
4.	Gradually add the cornstarch to the mixture, while still beating.
5.	Finally, add the coconut, and mix until it forms a dough.
6.	Roll the dough into small balls, and flatten them using a fork.
7.	Place the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
8.	Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly golden.

PROS

Soft and buttery, these cookies just melt in your mouth.
The blend of cornstarch and coconut gives a unique taste to this recipe.

CONS

These cookies are high in calories and sugar, so it’s important to enjoy them in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this recipe may not be the healthiest, the fresh coconut used in this recipe has been linked to supporting heart health and may help boost brain function.

	4 cups cornstarch
	2 ounces freshly grated coconut
	1 3/4 cups sugar
	1 egg
	1 pinch salt
	1 1/2 cups margarine