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