🇵🇹 Queijadas de Leite: Portuguese Milk Tarts 🥧

September 20, 2025 by Camila

🧁 Typical Ingredients

• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 cup sugar
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• 3 large eggs
• 2 tbsp melted butter
• Zest of 1 lemon (optional for brightness)

🔥 How They’re Made

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Whisk eggs and sugar until smooth.
3. Add flour gradually, then mix in milk and melted butter.
4. Strain the batter for extra smoothness.
5. Pour into greased tart molds or muffin tins.
6. Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden and set.
7. Cool slightly before unmolding. Serve warm or chilled.

🍋 Flavor Notes

Expect a gentle sweetness, creamy mouthfeel, and a hint of citrus if lemon zest is used. They pair beautifully with coffee or a glass of Port wine.

Would you like a version with coconut or a gluten-free twist?