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About the recipe
Brisas do Lis are sweets associated with Leiria — small, glossy and rich in egg yolks.
The almonds give the sweets body and flavour, balancing the sweetness of the syrup.
Ingredients
- 10 egg yolks
- 2 whole eggs
- 250 g of sugar
- 120 ml of water
- 120 g ground almonds
- Butter for greasing
- Sugar for coating the moulds
Method
- Prepare a syrup with the sugar and water.
- Mix the yolks, eggs and almonds without over-beating.
- Gradually add the warm syrup.
- Grease small moulds and coat them with sugar.
- Divide the batter among the moulds.
- Bake in a bain-marie until set.
Tips from Empório Portugal
- Strain the egg yolks for a more delicate flavour.
- The bain-marie helps prevent the sweets from drying out.
- Allow them to cool slightly before unmoulding.
Possible substitutions in Brazil
- Almond flour can be used.
- Small individual tart moulds work well.
Pairing
Coffee or black tea. No alcoholic drink required.
Regional and family variations may change ingredients, quantities and method.
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