Tropical Cocada - Panamanian Cusine

fresh coconut

🥗Healthier: unsweetened shredded coconut

💰Cheaper: canned coconut

Canned coconut is more accessible and has a longer shelf life.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds sweetness with fewer calories.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil enhances the coconut flavor.

Grate the coconut.

Combine grated coconut, sugar, and water in a saucepan over medium heat.

Stir the mixture until the sugar dissolves completely.

Add vanilla extract, salt, and lime juice to the mixture; stir to combine.

Continue cooking the mixture, stirring frequently, until it thickens.

Remove from heat and let cool slightly before shaping.

Grease a baking dish with butter.

Spread the coconut mixture evenly in the prepared dish.

Sprinkle cinnamon on top for added flavor.

Allow to cool completely at room temperature.

Cut into squares or bars for serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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