Classic Love Letters Recipe for a Romantic Dessert

Indulge in the crispy and mouthwatering Love Letters, a traditional dessert that will sweeten up your day. These delicate tube-shaped cookies are filled with a rich and fragrant combination of coconut and caramel. Perfect for special occasions or a romantic treat for your loved ones, Love Letters are sure to impress with their irresistible flavor and elegant presentation. Get ready to fall in love with these delightful treats!

Ingredients

• 4 large eggs
• 140g all-purpose flour
• 100g granulated sugar
• 125ml coconut milk
• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 100g unsalted butter, melted
• 150ml condensed milk
• 1 cup desiccated coconut

Directions

1. In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar until light and frothy.
2. Add the all-purpose flour, coconut milk, and vanilla extract to the egg mixture. Mix well until smooth.
3. Pour the melted butter into the batter and stir until fully incorporated.
4. Heat a love letters mold on a stovetop over low heat. Brush the mold with a thin layer of melted butter to prevent sticking.
5. Ladle a small amount of batter onto the heated mold and quickly spread it evenly to cover the entire surface.
6. Cook the love letters until golden brown and crispy, approximately 1-2 minutes on each side.
7. Once cooked, remove the love letters from the mold and cool on a wire rack.
8. Repeat the process with the remaining batter until all love letters are cooked.
9. In a saucepan, warm the condensed milk over low heat until it starts to thicken.
10. Add the desiccated coconut to the condensed milk and mix well.
11. Take a cooled love letter and spread a generous amount of coconut filling on one side.
12. Fold the love letter in half, enclosing the filling, and press the edges gently to seal.
13. Repeat with the remaining love letters and filling.
14. Serve the love letters as is or dusted with powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness.

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