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Toucinho do Céu

Cultural Context

Toucinho do Céu, meaning 'Bacon from Heaven', hails from Portugal, particularly associated with the Algarve region. This traditional dessert reflects the country's rich history of almond cultivation and the influence of Moorish cuisine. Often enjoyed during festive occasions, it symbolizes abundance and celebration. Today, variations exist, with some recipes incorporating different nuts or flavorings, making it a beloved treat both in Portugal and among Portuguese communities worldwide.

PortuguesePTdessert
45 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
4 eggs
500 ml whole milk
1 pinch of salt
200 g sugar
200 ml coconut milk
3 tablespoons butter or margarine (120 g)
1 cup all-purpose flour (125 g)
100 g shredded coconut
1 tablespoon baking powder

sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: honey

Stevia reduces calories while honey adds a unique flavor.

almonds

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts provide similar texture and flavor, while sunflower seeds are more affordable.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is dairy-free and adds a subtle flavor.

flour

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Almond flour is gluten-free and adds richness.

1

Preheat the oven to 200°C.

2

Grease a baking dish measuring 5 cm high, 20 cm wide, and 30 cm long.

3

In a blender, combine 4 whole eggs, 500 ml of whole milk, a pinch of salt, 200 g of sugar, 200 ml of coconut milk, and 120 g of butter or margarine.

4

Blend for 1 minute.

5

Add 125 g of all-purpose flour and blend until combined.

6

Add 100 g of shredded coconut and 15 g of baking powder, and blend for a few seconds to mix.

7

Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.

8

Bake in the preheated oven at 200°C for about 40 minutes.

9

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

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Equipment Needed

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Bacon from Heaven

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