Cassava Flour Beijinho Coconut Truffles

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Traditional Brazilian sweet coconut truffles made with cassava flour, condensed milk, and butter, rolled in sugar and topped with clove for a fragrant finish. This brazilian-inspired desserts ready in about 22 minutes layers (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk, tablespoons unsalted butter, cassava flour (manioc flour) into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 12, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 12 min Serves 12 Brazilian cuisine 120 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium nonstick saucepan, combine 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1/2 cup cassava flour, and 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut over medium-low heat.
  2. Step 2: Stir constantly with a wooden spoon for about 10-12 minutes until the mixture thickens, starts pulling away from the sides of the pan, and forms a fudgy dough.
  3. Step 3: Remove the mixture from heat and let it cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes.
  4. Step 4: Once cool, grease your hands lightly with butter and roll the dough into 1-inch balls. Roll each ball in extra shredded coconut until fully coated.
  5. Step 5: Press one whole clove gently into the top of each truffle for garnish and aroma. Chill the truffles for at least 1 hour before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Cassava Flour Beijinho Coconut Truffles take to make?

Total time is about 22 minutes (10 min prep + 12 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.

How do I store leftover Cassava Flour Beijinho Coconut Truffles?

Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.

Can I substitute ingredients in Cassava Flour Beijinho Coconut Truffles?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Cassava Flour Beijinho Coconut Truffles for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 12 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 12). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Cassava Flour Beijinho Coconut Truffles?

Brazilian desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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