Popular Paraguayan desserts and candies

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option while margarine is less expensive.

cheese

🥗Healthier: ricotta

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Ricotta is lower in fat than many cheeses, while cream cheese is often more affordable.

condensed milk

🥗Healthier: evaporated milk

💰Cheaper: milk + sugar

Evaporated milk reduces sweetness and calories, while the milk + sugar combo is budget-friendly.

coconut

🥗Healthier: almond flakes

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Almonds are healthier but can be pricey, while sunflower seeds are economical.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Grease a baking dish with butter or oil.

In a mixing bowl, combine corn flour, sugar, and baking powder.

In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until well combined.

Fold in shredded coconut and cheese until evenly distributed.

Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.

Sprinkle cinnamon and lemon zest on top for added flavor.

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes until golden brown and set.

Allow to cool slightly before cutting into squares or slices.

Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally drizzled with honey or fruit preserves.

Cooking Techniques

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