Portuguese Coconut Tart Recipe: Chewy Crustless Dessert
Mastering a traditional Portuguese coconut tart requires balancing intense moisture with a caramelized crust. This crustless coconut tart achieves the perfect chewy texture using an insider technique: orange jam. The bright citrus notes elevate the rich egg and coconut base, making it the ultimate easy coconut dessert for any occasion. Bake until golden brown for an unforgettable sensory experience.
Ingredients
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Line a 9x2 inch (23x5 cm) tart pan with parchment paper.
- Beat the eggs with the sugar using a whisk until fully incorporated without overbeating.
- Add the orange jam and mix until smooth.
- Fold in the shredded coconut and stir until you achieve a homogeneous mixture.
- Pour into the prepared pan and bake for about 25 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven, allow to cool completely in the pan, and unmold.
Adapted from a Recipe by: Receitas de Portugal
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