Queijadas from Sintra

• For 12 people
• Preparation time (dont cuisson) : 60 minutes
• Cooking time : 30 minutes
• Difficulty (0 to 5) : 3

Ingredients

• Queijadas Batter
  • All-purpose flour : 2 cups
  • Sugar : 2 cups
  • Eggs : 4
  • Unsalted butter (melted) : 1 cup
  • Milk : 2 cups
  • Cinnamon : 1 teaspoon
  • Lemon zest : 1 tablespoon
• Queijadas Filling
  • Fresh cheese (crumbled) : 1 cup
  • Sugar : 1 cup
  • Cinnamon : 1 teaspoon

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Steps

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
• Prepare the Queijadas Batter
• In a bowl, mix the flour and sugar.
• Add the eggs, melted butter, milk, cinnamon, and lemon zest. Mix until well combined.
• Make the Queijadas Filling
• In a separate bowl, mix the crumbled fresh cheese, sugar, and cinnamon.
• Fill muffin tins with paper liners.
• Pour a spoonful of batter into each liner, then add a spoonful of the cheese filling on top.
• Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes or until golden brown.
• Remove from the oven and let them cool before serving.

Tips

• Make sure the fresh cheese is well crumbled for a smooth filling.
• Dust the queijadas with powdered sugar before serving for an extra touch.

Information

• Queijadas from Sintra are a traditional Portuguese dessert that originated in the town of Sintra, known for its unique flavor and texture.
• These queijadas are best enjoyed with a cup of coffee or tea as an afternoon treat.