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Nutritional Values
300kcal
3gProtein
46gCarbs
13gFat
1gFibre
80 gServing
* Per serving · 80 g. May vary.
Allergens
🥛 Dairy
🥚 Eggs
Coconut Custard
How to order / say it
Say it
Quindim — [Kean-DEEM]
Order
I'd like a quindim, please.
Locally
Eu gostaria de quindim, por favor.
Say locally
A sweet, glossy custard made with coconut, sugar, and egg yolks.
Why try it?
Quindim is an iconic Brazilian dessert that embodies festive occasions, symbolizing indulgence and vibrant culinary traditions in Rio. It's adored for its colorful presentation and sweet, rich flavor profile.
How it tastes
Rich and luscious, quindim combines the tropical sweetness and aroma of coconut with the creamy depth of egg yolks, resulting in a glossy custard topped with a slight caramelized layer.
Origin & History — first documented: 1900
This dessert, with its roots in Portuguese cuisine, emerged in Brazil in the 19th century. It capitalized on the abundance of coconut in the region, becoming a popular party dessert throughout the decades.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🍯 250 g sugar
- 🥜 100 g coconut flakes
- 🥚 6 egg yolks
- 🥛 50 g butter
- 🧂 1 tsp vanilla extract
Method
- 1 Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease baking molds.
- 2 Mix sugar, coconut, and butter until creamy.
- 3 Add egg yolks and vanilla, stirring to combine.
- 4 Pour into molds and bake for 20-25 minutes until set.
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