Chewy and Crispy Coconut cookies – “Cocadas”

16 Aug Chewy and Crispy Coconut cookies – “Cocadas”

The “cocadas” or coconut cookies remind me of my childhood in Lima, Peru. You could find those homemade cookies in any convenience store. Of course, everybody would have their favourite place to buy it; some will be crispier, others will be chewier, and some will have the perfect balance of chewiness and crispiness. I like the coconut cookies “cocadas” that has the best of the two worlds. With this recipe, I’ll try to achieve those childhood memories and hope will not disappoint. 

It is a straightforward recipe with few ingredients: 

• Egg whites
• Sugar
• Condensed Milk 
• Shredded Coconut

The base is a classic meringue recipe; beat the egg whites and add the sugar one spoon at a time. Add the condensed milk and coconut. Pour the mixture into a baking tray with a spoon and bake till they are golden on the bottom.  

Frequently Asked Questions about the Coconut Cookies

1. Can you freeze the cookies? No, you have to do it as soon as you finish your beating. 
2. What type of shredded coconut should I use? I love to use the one with some strands, so it retains some moisture in there and brings some more texture to the cookie, but you can do it with more grated coconut. 

Products that I use for this recipe

• Measuring cups and spoons: https://amzn.to/3lXo3B7
• Baking Trays: https://amzn.to/3mW4rfN
• Stand Mixer:https://amzn.to/3p9P0U9

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Hi! I’m Valeria (aka Val) the photographer and recipe developer behind Canguro Criollo. My passion for food began when I was little at my home when everything will revolve around food and now I discover this new creative outlet of food photography. I wish you can follow my journey discovering unique ways of preparing Peruvian food abroad and some other family-friendly foods.