Tag Archive for: Portuguese dessert recipes

Heavenly Cream (Natas do Ceu)

Heavenly Cream (Natas do Ceu)

Some versions of Heavenly Cream (Natas do Ceu) use condensed milk and unflavored gelatin. This version is similar to the Pudim de Bolacha Maria. Serves 6 1 package of Bolacha Maria cookies (about 16 cookies) Substitute Nabisco animal…
Graciosa Style Fried Dough

Graciosa Style Fried Dough

  This recipe for Graciosa Style Fried Dough, better known as Filhos a Moda de Graciosa is to die for. The recipe comes from my friend Dilia. Even when I cut the recipe in half, it still makes about 3 dozen.  The number of fried dough…
Flan with Chocolate Cake

Flan with Chocolate Cake

  Flan Pudding with Chocolate Cake has elevated the flan. Magically the chocolate cake rises and with such moisture, it pleases the senses of both chocolate and flan lovers at the same time. Be careful not to over bake. Make sure…
Easter Bread (Folares)
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Easter Bread (Folares)

  This Easter Bread (Folares) of Emma Silva's, still uses the old fashion method of using ones hands to mix.  It is a method still used by old timers, who feel electric metal beaters ruin the flavor of the bread. Usually one person…
Beer Cake (Bolo de Cereveja)

Beer Cake (Bolo de Cereveja)

Beer Cake (Bolo de Cereveja) is a favorite with those who like beer.  Make sure you use your favorite beer for this cake.  Serves 10 to 12 2 cups sugar 1 cup butter, softened 4 eggs, separated 1 cup beer (8 ounces 3 cups all-purpose…