Traditional Queijada

Indulge in the rustic charm of Traditional Queijada, a beloved Portuguese dessert that combines flaky, buttery pastry with a creamy, spiced custard filling. Featuring a rich blend of egg yolks, milk, lemon zest, and a hint of vanilla, this dessert is elevated by a delicate dusting of cinnamon sugar before baking, creating a golden, aromatic finish. Perfect for afternoon tea or as a sweet treat after dinner, these individual-sized delights come together in just an hour, making them both elegant and approachable. With their melt-in-your-mouth crust and velvety filling, Traditional Queijadas are a testament to the simple yet exquisite flavors of Portuguese pastry-making.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 250 grams All-purpose flour
• 125 grams Unsalted butter
• 125 grams Granulated sugar
• 3 large Egg yolks
• 250 milliliters Whole milk
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Cinnamon powder

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a muffin tin with butter.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, unsalted butter, and a pinch of salt. Rub the butter into the flour using your fingertips until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.

Step 3

Add one egg yolk to the flour mixture and 1 tablespoon of cold water. Mix until it forms a dough. Wrap in cling film and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Step 4

Meanwhile, in a saucepan, mix the granulated sugar, remaining egg yolks, whole milk, lemon zest, cornstarch, and vanilla extract. Whisk continuously over medium heat until the mixture thickens to a custard-like consistency.

Step 5

Remove the custard from the heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 6

Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to a thickness of around 3-4mm. Cut out circles to line the muffin tin, pressing gently to fit.

Step 7

Divide the custard filling evenly among the pastry cases.

Step 8

Mix the cinnamon powder with a little extra sugar; sprinkle this cinnamon sugar over the custard filling.

Step 9

Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the custard is set and the pastry edges are golden brown.

Step 10

Let the queijadas cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Serve at room temperature, ideally with a sprinkle of additional cinnamon powder if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	835.3 grams (835.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2697

Total Fat 131.40g	168%
Saturated Fat 72.50g	363%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 861mg	287%
Sodium 1326mg	58%
Total Carbohydrate 346.40g	126%
Dietary Fiber 8.00g	29%
Total Sugars 138.80g
Protein 43.40g	87%

Vitamin D 168IU	842%
Calcium 466mg	36%
Iron 13mg	73%
Potassium 758mg	16%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.1%

Protein: 6.3%

Carbs: 50.5%