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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
400 ml of milk
200 ml of coconut milk
1 cup of sugar
1/2 teaspoon of salt
2 tablespoons of melted lard
1 cup of wheat flour
100 grams of grated coconut
1/2 tablespoon of 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

Put 4 eggs in the blender.

2

Add 400 ml of milk and 200 ml of coconut milk to the blender.

3

Add 1 cup of sugar and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.

4

Add 2 tablespoons of melted lard (or margarine).

5

Add 1 cup of sifted wheat flour to the blender.

6

Blend the ingredients for about 3 minutes until well mixed.

7

Add 100 grams of grated coconut to the mixture.

8

Preheat the oven to 230 degrees Celsius for about 10-15 minutes.

9

Add 1/2 tablespoon of baking powder and mix until it disappears.

10

Pour the mixture into a greased mold sprinkled with flour.

11

Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, checking with a knife to ensure it's baked.

12

Let it cool slightly before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

blendergreased mold

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Allergens

nutseggsdairy

Also Known As

Bacon from Heaven

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