Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 6 egg yolks
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Special equipment needed:
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- 10-inch cake pan
- Parchment paper
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 10-inch cake pan and line it with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar, honey, melted butter, and coconut milk until well combined.
3. Add the egg yolks to the mixture and whisk until smooth.
4. Stir in the shredded coconut, flour, and salt until well combined.
5. Pour the mixture into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
6. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the quindim is golden brown and set.
7. Remove from the oven and let cool completely.
8. Once cooled, invert the quindim onto a serving plate.
9. Drizzle honey over the top of the quindim.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 30-35 minutes
Temperature:
350°F
Serving size:
8-10 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 320
Fat: 17g
Carbohydrates: 41g
Protein: 3g
Sodium: 105mg
Sugar: 36g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use regular milk instead of coconut milk.
- Instead of honey, you can use maple syrup or agave nectar.
Variations:
- You can add chopped nuts or dried fruit to the quindim mixture.
- For a chocolate twist, you can add cocoa powder to the mixture.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to grease the cake pan well to prevent sticking.
- Let the quindim cool completely before inverting it onto a serving plate.
- If the quindim is not set after 35 minutes, continue baking for an additional 5-10 minutes.
Storage instructions:
Store the quindim in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
To reheat, place the quindim in the oven at 350°F for 5-10 minutes, or until warmed through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the quindim on a decorative plate with a drizzle of honey on top.
Garnishes:
Top with toasted coconut flakes or chopped nuts.
Pairings:
Serve with a cup of coffee or tea.
Suggested side dishes:
Fresh fruit or a side salad.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the quindim is too runny, bake for an additional 5-10 minutes.
- If the quindim is too dry, reduce the baking time by 5-10 minutes.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to use pasteurized eggs to avoid the risk of salmonella.
Food history:
Quindim is a traditional Brazilian dessert made with egg yolks, sugar, and shredded coconut.
Flavor profiles:
Sweet, coconutty, and honeyed.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the quindim as a dessert after a Brazilian-inspired meal.
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Region: Brazilian