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Christa J Clark
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Gorditas de Coco

Cultural Context

Gorditas de Coco are a traditional Mexican sweet treat, often enjoyed as a snack or dessert. They are particularly popular in coastal regions where coconut is abundant. These coconut cakes are a staple during festive occasions and are loved for their chewy texture and sweet flavor. They reflect the rich culinary heritage of Mexico, combining indigenous ingredients with Spanish influences.

MexicanMXdessert
45 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
1 tablespoon flax meal
3 tablespoons water
1 can full fat coconut milk (chilled)
agave (sweetener of choice)
gluten-free all-purpose flour or regular all-purpose flour or whole wheat flour
baking powder
baking soda
pink Himalayan sea salt
cinnamon

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour is more nutritious.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds flavor and is plant-based.

1

Mix together 1 tablespoon of flax meal with 3 tablespoons of water to create vegan eggs and set aside for a few minutes.

2

Whisk together the chilled coconut cream until fluffy.

3

Add the vegan egg mixture and vanilla extract to the coconut cream and mix well.

4

Add agave as the sweetener and mix until combined.

5

Sift in the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.

6

Mix together with a spoon until it becomes difficult to mix.

7

Knead the dough with your hands until smooth and supple.

8

Place the dough in the fridge for 30 minutes to overnight.

9

Flour a clean surface and roll out the dough to about 1 centimeter thick.

10

Use a round cutter or shape by hand to cut out circles from the dough.

11

Cook the circles on low heat until done.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbaking

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlwhiskcookie cutterclean surface

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegan

Allergens

glutendairycoconut

Also Known As

Coconut Gorditas
Local Name: Gorditas de Coco

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