Docinhos De Abobora Recipe

this Delicious Treat Is From Brazil!

1 Cup Pureed Pumpkin
1 Cup Granulated Sugar
2 Cups Grated Coconut
1/4 Teaspoon Cinnamon
1/3 Teaspoon Ground Cloves

cook All Together, Stirring Constantly Until The Mixture Is Thick, Or Until It Reaches The Medium-ball Stage (238 To 245 Degrees F.). Turn Onto A Buttered Platter To Cool.

shape Into Small Balls And Sprinkle With Confectioners' Sugar. Set In Paper Bonbon Cups.

yields 50.