Big Quindim

How to Make Big Quindim

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Many people think making the sweet Quindim is difficult, but it's a very easy recipe that just requires paying attention to a few tips to make it perfect. Let's learn it!
CATEGORIA Christmas Recipes, Desserts, Gluten-free, Make and Sell, Recipes with up to 5 ingredients
COZINHA Brazilian, Portuguese
PALAVRA-CHAVE quindim, sweet egg yolk treat
TEMPO DE PREPARO 1 hour
TEMPO DE FORNO/FOGÃO 1 hour 20 minutes
TEMPO TOTAL 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings 12 slices
Calories 243kcal
Author Natália Palmegiano – Cook’n Enjoy

Equipment

  • Mixer
  • Oven

Ingredients

To Grease

  • Butter
  • Sugar

Quindim

  • 3.53 oz of Grated Coconut (100 g )
  • 3/4 cup of Hot Water 6.1 fl oz (180 mL)
  • 16 units of Egg Yolk
  • 1 and 3/4 cups of Sugar 11.1 oz (315 g)
  • 2 tbsp of Butter 1.4 oz (40 g)

Instructions

  • Grease the 7.9 inches (20 cm) tube pan with a thick layer of butter and sprinkle sugar. Set aside
  • In a pot, place the grated coconut and cover with hot water
  • Let it hydrate for about 10 minutes
  • Place the egg yolks in a sieve
  • Poke each yolk and let them drain naturally
  • Make movements with the sieve to speed up the process
  • Add sugar and butter, and beat for 2-3 minutes
  • Add the hydrated coconut and beat until mix it.
  • Pour the batter into the form
  • Let it rest for at least 20 minutes so that the coconut separates from the rest
  • Add boiling water and a little vinegar to baking tray and place the quindim tube pan to cook in a water bath
  • Cover with aluminum foil and bake at 392°F (200°C) for 1 hour
  • After this time, remove the aluminum foil and let it bake for another 20 minutes
  • To unmold more easily, let it cool for about 15-20 minutes and release the sides with a spatula
  • Unmold onto a plate and refrigerate

Notes

Tips:
– Valid to: 5 days under refrigeration or 30 days in the freezer (under freezing).