Docinhos De Abobora - Brazilian Pumpkin Candy |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes |
Ready In: 40 Minutes Servings: 14 |
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This is a lovely simple recipe for Docinhos de Abobora, the famous Brazilian candy treats. Ingredients:
1 cup pumpkin puree |
1 cup granulated sugar |
2 cups grated coconut |
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon |
1/3 teaspoon ground cloves |
butter, for greasing |
confectioners' sugar, for dusting |
Directions:
1. Place all the ingredients in a large, heavy bottomed pan. Cook on a medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture is thick, or until it reaches the medium-ball stage (238 to 245 degrees F.).
2. Turn onto a buttered platter to cool.
3. Shape into small balls (you may need to grease your hands lightly with a little butter) and sprinkle with confectioners sugar.
4. Place in paper petit fours / bonbon cases.
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