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Ingredients
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Cocotero Ingredients
Method
Cocotero Directions
- 1
Prepare the Cocotero Mixture
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk, coconut milk, eggs, grated coconut, and vanilla extract. Mix well until smooth.
- 2
Mix the Dry Ingredients
In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- 3
Combine Mixtures
Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- 4
- 5
Bake the Cake
Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- 6
Make the Cocada Cream
In a saucepan, combine the coconut cream and rum over low heat. Stir until heated through, then remove from heat.
- 7
Serve
Once the cake is done, let it cool slightly. Serve slices of the coconut quesillo topped with the warm cocada cream.