קוֹקוֹסְנָה
kokosnah
Everyday HebrewMeaningA sweet pastry, often rolled or braided, that is filled with coconut.
HistoryThis word for a coconut pastry comes from the Yiddish language, which was spoken by Jews in Europe. The first part, "kokos", means coconut, a word that Yiddish got from German. It was a popular sweet cake in Jewish homes and bakeries.
My grandma makes the most delicious coconut pastry.