Bala Baiana

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon salted butter
• 1 can sweetened condensed milk (14 oz)
• ⅔ cup sweetened coconut flakes
• Sugar coating:
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup water
• 1 tablespoon vinegar

Instructions

1. 1

   In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

2. 2

   Add the sweetened condensed milk and coconut flakes. Stir on medium heat for 5–7 minutes until the mixture thickens and pulls away from the pan.

3. 3

   Transfer to a bowl and refrigerate until cooled.

4. 4

   Once cooled, scoop a tablespoon of the mixture and roll it between lightly greased hands to form a ball. Place on a parchment-lined pan. Repeat until all the mixture is used.

5. 5

   Make the sugar coating: In a saucepan combine the sugar, water, and vinegar. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally, until the syrup turns amber in color.

6. 6

   Remove from heat. Insert a toothpick into each ball and dip it into the amber sugar, then place back onto the parchment-lined pan.

7. 7

   Let cool completely until the coating hardens, then serve.