Tigelada (3-Ingredient Portuguese Dessert)

This traditional Portuguese dessert is a recipe that has been passed down from generations and is very popular in our country. It is prepared with simple ingredients, is very creamy and has an excellent presentation.

This Tigelada has no big secrets, you only need 3 ingredients, eggs, sugar and milk to make this incrediable tasty portuguese dessert. If you want to add a little more flavor to the recipe, you can season the milk with lemon zest and cinnamon stick and serve sprinkled with cinnamon powder.

With just 3 ingredients, this classic Portuguese dessert will be a hit at any festive season. One of the best things about this recipe is that it only takes 5 minutes to prepare and you won't have any trouble finding all the ingredients in your pantry or fridge.

If you like simple and traditional desserts, we suggest this delicious and creamy 2-Ingredient camel's drool, Creme brulee, Portuguese rice pudding (Arroz doce), Sericaia (Portuguese dessert) and many more traditional recipes that we have on our website.

HOW TO MAKE TIGELADA (PORTUGUESE DESSERT)

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 150ºC (300ºF).

Step 2: In a large bowl, beat the whole eggs.

Step 3: Add the sugar and beat lightly. Pour in the milk and beat a little more (pour the milk slowly).

Step 4: Pour the mixture into small clay bowls (or one a large bowl).

Step 5: Bake for about 40 to 45 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 6: Turn off the oven, let cool to room temperature and serve.

RECIPE TIPS

1. If you want to add a little more flavor to the recipe, season the milk with lemon zest and a cinnamon stick.

2. After removing the dessert from the oven, let it cool completely and sprinkle with cinnamon powder.

3. Place the oven rack in the middle position so that the tigelada takes less time to brown.

Store in the refrigerator:

Store the dessert in an airtight container. Never store for more than 2-3 days. After this period of time, the pudding may begin to lose flavor and quality.

Tigelada (3-Ingredient Portuguese Dessert)

This tigelada is a traditional Portuguese creamy dessert made with just 3 simple ingredients. It only takes 5 minutes to prepare!

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by Pedro Barbosa
Category:Desserts, Recipes, Traditional Portuguese recipes
Cuisine: Portuguese
Difficulty: Easy
Servings: 6 bowls
Prep Time:5 m
Cook Time:45 m
Total Time:50 m
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Ingredients
• 6 medium eggs
• 700 ml (about 3 cups) milk
• 150 grams (2/3 cup) granulated sugar
Directions
1. Preheat the oven to 150ºC (300ºF).
2. In a large bowl, beat the whole eggs.
3. Add the sugar and beat lightly. Pour in the milk and beat a little more (pour the milk slowly).
4. Pour the mixture into small clay bowls (or one a large bowl).
5. Bake for about 40 to 45 minutes or until golden brown.
6. Turn off the oven, let cool to room temperature and serve.
Tigelada (3-Ingredient Portuguese Dessert)
Nutrition facts
Serves 6 bowls
Per Serving:
% DAILY VALUE
Calories 217
Total Fat 7 g(11%)
Saturated Fat 3 g(14%)
Cholesterol 174 mg(58%)
Sodium 118 mg(5%)
Total Carbohydrate 31.5 g(10%)
Protein 9.5 g