Editorial content from Empório Portugal. Traditional recipes may vary by region, family, and cook.
About the Recipe
Sintra is strongly associated with sweets made of cheese, cinnamon, and delicate pastry.
This editorial tart brings together these elements in a family format, without tying the preparation to any specific traditional house.
Ingredients
- 1 tart pastry base
- 350 g of fresh cheese or ricotta
- 180 g of sugar
- 4 eggs
- 1 tablespoon of flour
- Cinnamon
- Lemon zest
Preparation Method
- Mash the cheese until creamy.
- Mix eggs, sugar, flour, cinnamon, and lemon.
- Line the pan with the pastry.
- Add the filling.
- Bake until set and golden.
- Serve cold, in small slices.
Tips from Empório Portugal
- Well-drained cheese prevents liquid in the filling.
- Cinnamon should be balanced.
- The tart cuts better after cooling.
Possible Substitutions in Brazil
- Sifted fresh ricotta replaces fresh cheese.
- Ready-made shortcrust pastry simplifies preparation.
Pairing
Coffee, black tea, or liqueur wine. Content intended for those over 18 years old. Drink responsibly.
Editorial Note from Empório Portugal
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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