Brazil · South America

Quindim

A sun-bright yolk-and-coconut custard set by the gentlest bath.

Intermediate#84 most lovedUses: Water-Bath (Bain-Marie) Heating
Brazilian quindimcoconut egg custard

The Chemistry in This Bake

Baking the egg-yolk custard in a water bath so it sets gently without curdling.

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Ingredients

  • Egg yolks
  • Sugar
  • Shredded coconut
  • Butter
  • Coconut milk
  • Water (for the bath)

Method

  1. Whisk egg yolks with sugar until dissolved.

  2. Stir in shredded coconut, coconut milk, and melted butter.

  3. Pour into well-buttered small molds.

  4. Set the molds in a deep baking dish and add hot water halfway up.

  5. Bake at 175 °C for 40-45 minutes until just set with a slight wobble.

  6. Chill, then unmold upside down so the glossy top faces up.