Dairy-Free Traditional Queijada
Delight in the rich, vibrant flavors of Dairy-Free Traditional Queijada, a plant-based twist on the beloved Portuguese pastry! This recipe combines the creamy goodness of coconut milk, a touch of warming cinnamon, and a perfectly balanced sweetness to create petite, golden-brown treats that are irresistibly indulgent yet dairy-free. Crafted with egg replacer and plant-based butter, these queijadas maintain their signature soft texture while catering to vegan and lactose-intolerant diets. Ready in under an hour, they’re perfect for impressing with an authentic yet accessible dessert. Serve them dusted with a hint of cinnamon or enjoy them plain—these delicious queijadas are sure to satisfy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 ml Coconut milk
- 200 g Granulated sugar
- 50 g All-purpose flour
- 20 g Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 50 g Plant-based butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 servings Egg replacer
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and lightly grease a muffin tin or queijada molds with a small amount of plant-based butter.
In a medium bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, cinnamon, salt, and sugar. Whisk until evenly mixed.
Gradually add the coconut milk, whisking constantly, to ensure a smooth mixture without lumps.
Prepare the egg replacer according to the package instructions, then add it to the wet mixture along with the melted plant-based butter and vanilla extract. Stir until fully incorporated.
Evenly distribute the batter into the prepared molds, filling each about 3/4 full.
Place the molds in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the queijadas have set with a slight jiggle in the center.
Allow the queijadas to cool in the molds for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, sprinkle lightly with additional cinnamon if desired and serve. Enjoy this dairy-free take on a Portuguese classic!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1600 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.6 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.2 g | 56% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1159 mg | 50% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 308.2 g | 112% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 228.7 g | ||
| Protein | 5.3 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 78 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 454 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
