Make the day special with an irresistible Baked Coconut. It’s a crunchy, gooey confection that will satisfy the most powerful sweet tooth.

Enjoy a Taste of the Tropics with Creamy Baked Coconut

Who can resist the taste of coconut? While you may think of it as a summertime flavor, there’s no need to hold back. Coconut is delicious any time of year, and a fragrant Baked Coconut will bring sunshine to the gloomiest day.

This a blend of simple flavors that come together to create a rich dessert. It has a crunchy top that gives way to a soft, creamy center. It smells amazing, and you’ll be ready to devour it the minute it comes out of the oven.

Baked Coconut Is a Fast, Easy Dessert

Add Baked Coconut to your list of easy, no-fail recipes you can use in a pinch. It’s a delicious dessert you can make from a few standard baking ingredients.

The classic way to serve Baked Coconut is with a scoop of your favorite ice cream. Some restaurants serve it with a scoop of fruit-flavored sherbet. It’s delicious both ways.

Tips for Making Baked Coconut

Be sure to buy coconut milk and not cream of coconut for this recipe. Coconut milk is an important ingredient in many Latin American, Thai and Caribbean recipes. You can find coconut milk in the international section of your grocery store.
Some people add a tablespoon of rum to the recipe. This turns your Baked Coconut into something like a baked Pina Colada. It’s wonderful.

What to Serve with Baked Coconut

Baked Coconut is welcome at any meal. It’s wonderful with your morning coffee and a sweet way to end lunch or dinner.

One delectable pairing is an easy, homemade Coconut milk. This recipe requires only four ingredients and no churner.

If you’re going for a full island-oriented menu, make this fast, easy Coconut milk and serve it over rice.

Baked Coconut Recipe

Baked Coconut has a crunchy top that gives way to a soft, creamy center. It smells amazing, and you'll be ready to devour it the minute it comes out of the oven.

Course Dessert

Cuisine Brazilian

Author Good Living Guide

Ingredients

1 14 oz can condensed milk
3 large eggs
½ cup coconut milk
⅓ cup milk
2 cups grated coconut
softened butter

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350° F.
In a large bowl, whisk together the condensed milk, eggs, coconut milk, milk, and grated coconut.
Pour the mixture into an ovenproof dish greased with butter.
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
Serve warm with your favorite ice cream.

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