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About the recipe
Queijadas de Sintra are part of the sweet memory of the village, with a thin crust and fragrant filling.
The fresh cheese gives a particular texture, while cinnamon and sugar bring comfort.
The homemade recipe seeks the spirit of the sweet, without claiming to be an original formula from historical confectionery.
Ingredients
- 250 g of flour
- 80 g of butter
- Cold water to the right consistency
- 300 g of mashed fresh cheese
- 200 g of sugar
- 4 egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
- Optional lemon zest
Preparation method
- Prepare the dough with flour, butter, and water, resting before rolling out.
- Line molds with thin discs of dough.
- Mix cheese, sugar, yolks, cinnamon, and lemon.
- Fill the molds without exceeding the edge.
- Bake until the filling sets and lightly browns.
- Let cool slightly before unmolding.
Tips from Empório Portugal
- Thin dough balances the filling.
- Fresh cheese should be well drained.
- Cinnamon should scent without dominating.
Possible substitutions in Brazil
- Well-mashed fresh ricotta can replace fresh cheese in adaptation.
- Cold butter makes it easier to roll out the dough.
Pairing
Coffee, tea, or smooth liqueur wine. Content intended for those over 18 years old. Drink responsibly.
This recipe is part of the editorial curation of Empório Portugal, developed from Portuguese culinary tradition. Like all traditional recipes, it may vary according to region, family, and cook.
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