Brazilian Street Treat

This doce para vender na rua is a mix of rich, creamy textures and crunchy bites, all drenched in a sweet and zesty syrup. Perfect for a quick snack on the go or a sweet dessert to take home.
ingredients
- 1 can condensed milk
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup grated coconut
- 1/2 cup chopped cashews
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 orange peel
- 1 cinnamon stick
steps
- 1.
In a large pan, heat the sugar, water, cinnamon stick and orange peel over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves and let the mixture bubble for 5-7 minutes until it reaches a syrupy consistency. Remove from the heat and let cool.
- 2.
In another pan, add the condensed milk, coconut, and cashews. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until it thickens and starts to come off the sides of the pan. Remove from heat and let cool for 10 minutes.
- 3.
Form the mixture into bite-sized balls and set them on a plate.
- 4.
Drizzle the cooled syrup over the balls, covering them completely.
- 5.
Serve hot or cold.