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Tuga Pops − Sunday, October 1, 2017, 9 Years ago in Snack Recipes
4 out of 5 with 78 ratings

Portuguese Coconut Yogurt Tarts Recipe: Creamy 30-Min Treat

Bake creamy Portuguese coconut yogurt tarts in just 30 minutes—a delightful melt-in-your-mouth treat your family will adore! Get the recipe now!
40 min 10 servings Easy Prep time 10 min Cooking Time 30 min
Snack Recipes
25 reviews
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You will love this Portuguese Coconut Yogurt Tarts Recipe: Creamy 30-Min Treat

Enjoy these authentic Portuguese coconut yogurt tarts, the ultimate easy dessert. This recipe delivers a velvety, custard-like texture with a golden tropical finish. Perfect for busy people, these healthy-ish treats combine high-protein yogurt with classic flavors. If you love traditional queijadas, this quick version is a game-changer for your next brunch or family gathering.

Ingredients

1 and 1/2 cups of sugar3/4 cup of flour2 eggs1/4 cup of margarine2 cups of coconut yogurt

Equipment:

OvenMixing bowlWhiskCupcake panMeasuring cupsMeasuring spoonsRubber spatulaSifter

With all your ingredients and equipment gathered, you are ready to get started!

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 180C / 355F.
  2. Beat the sugar with the eggs, add the flour, the melted margarine and finally the yogurts and beat some more.
  3. Grease the cupcake pan(s) with margarine, dust with flour and distribute the dough between the cups, becareful not to over fill because they will rise a little.
  4. Bake for about 30 minutes or until your liking.
  5. Let them cool.
  6. When they are cold, sprinkle with powdered sugar.

Recipe Tips

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To achieve a perfectly creamy texture for your tarts, ensure that the coconut yogurt is at room temperature before mixing. Cold yogurt can cause the margarine to solidify, leading to a lumpy batter.
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When measuring the flour, spoon it into the measuring cup and level it off with a knife instead of scooping directly from the bag. This prevents packing the flour, which can result in a denser tart.
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Avoid overmixing the batter once the ingredients are combined. Overmixing can lead to a tough texture in the final tart. Mix just until all ingredients are incorporated.
Adapted from a Recipe by: vitamina-abc

Nutritional Facts (Per Serving)

Calories
245 kcal
Fat
7 g
Carbs
42 g
Protein
4 g

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I substitute coconut yogurt with another type of yogurt?

Yes, you can substitute coconut yogurt with regular yogurt, Greek yogurt, or a dairy-free yogurt alternative if you prefer. Keep in mind that the flavor and texture might change slightly, especially if using yogurts with different fat contents.

How should I store the leftover tarts?

Store any leftover tarts in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. You can also freeze them for up to a month; just make sure to wrap them well to prevent freezer burn.

What should I do if the tarts overflowed while baking?

If your tarts overflowed during baking, it may be because they were overfilled. To prevent this in the future, try filling the cups only about 2/3 full. If they overflowed and are stuck, let them cool a bit before attempting to remove them using a small knife to gently loosen the edges.

Recommended Drink Pairings

Wine

Portuguese: Vinho Verde - This light and refreshing wine complements the creaminess of the tarts while enhancing the coconut flavor.

General: Moscato - The sweet and fruity notes of Moscato pair beautifully with the sweetness of the coconut yogurt tart.

Beer

Portuguese: Super Bock - This pale lager offers a crisp and light taste that balances the richness of the tarts.

General: Wheat Beer - The subtle fruity and spicy notes of wheat beer complement the coconut flavor without overpowering it.

Other Beverages

Coconut Water: The refreshing taste of coconut water enhances the coconut aspect of the tarts while providing a hydrating element.

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Reviews (25) Add a review

Debbie
Debbie
Can these be put in the freezer
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2 Years ago, Friday, November 29, 2024
Tuga Pops
Tuga Pops
Yes, for up to 6 months in airtight containers.
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2 Years ago, Saturday, November 30, 2024
Linda
Linda
Where can I find coconut yogurt? I'm in Ontario Canada
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3 Years ago, Thursday, December 7, 2023
Tuga Pops
Tuga Pops
Most bigger stores have it but you can just use vanilla or regular.
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3 Years ago, Thursday, December 7, 2023
Karlene
Karlene
Fast question, your recipe says coconut yogurt, is that the sweet or unsweetened yogurt?
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3 Years ago, Saturday, June 10, 2023
Tuga Pops
Tuga Pops
Sweetened, always, unless it says so.
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3 Years ago, Saturday, June 10, 2023
JOSE ABREU
JOSE ABREU
QUE TIPO DE FARINHA PODEMOS USAR ?
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3 Years ago, Saturday, June 10, 2023
Tuga Pops
Tuga Pops
All purpose.
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3 Years ago, Saturday, June 10, 2023
Lu
Lu
Nice and easy to make however it's way too sweet. Could cut the sugar down by half
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3 Years ago, Saturday, April 1, 2023
Gloria
Gloria
These are delicious and a hit with everyone….. but then so are all your recipes I've used and am grateful for🤩
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3 Years ago, Wednesday, March 29, 2023
Tuga Pops
Tuga Pops
Thank you Gloria, great to hear.
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3 Years ago, Wednesday, March 29, 2023
Isilda Amaral
Isilda Amaral
PR, can I use another flour yogurt?
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3 Years ago, Wednesday, March 29, 2023
Tuga Pops
Tuga Pops
Sorry but I don't understand, flour yogurt?
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3 Years ago, Wednesday, March 29, 2023
Barbara
Barbara
I see you answered the lady asking to use parchment muffin tins instead of butter/flour but you indicated that they might still stick .could you spray the parchment muffin tins with a butter spay like Pam etc.thank you so much
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4 Years ago, Saturday, November 19, 2022
Tuga Pops
Tuga Pops
I would actually recommend greasing the tins with a spray or butter over using liners Barbara.
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4 Years ago, Saturday, November 19, 2022
Paul
Paul
When you say coconut yogurt are you referring to a full fat coconut flavored yogurt or a coconut milk based yogurt with no dairy ?
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4 Years ago, Sunday, September 11, 2022
Doreen
Doreen
Can you use parchment cupcake liners instead of butter and flour for cupcake tin?
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4 Years ago, Friday, July 1, 2022
Tuga Pops
Tuga Pops
Yes but they might stick.
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4 Years ago, Friday, July 1, 2022
Lillian
Lillian
Can you substitute the coconut yogurt for vanilla? Does it need to be regular yogurt or can it be low fat? I ask because low fat is usually has a more liquid consistency and it might affect the tarts.
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4 Years ago, Thursday, June 30, 2022
Tuga Pops
Tuga Pops
Regular yogurt and if you can coconut yogurt, gut if not possible you can use the vanilla one.
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4 Years ago, Thursday, June 30, 2022
Paulo
Paulo
Can you substitute butter for the margarine
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4 Years ago, Wednesday, April 6, 2022
Tuga Pops
Tuga Pops
Yes, for sure.
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4 Years ago, Wednesday, April 6, 2022
Joelle
Joelle
Do you use coconut flavoured yogurt or yogurt made out of coconut milk? Does it matter?
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4 Years ago, Tuesday, April 5, 2022

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