Portuguese Coconut-Custard Tarts (Pastéis De Coco) Recipe

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Portuguese Coconut-Custard Tarts (Pastéis De Coco)
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Directions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Adjust the rack to middle position.
  3. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with 10 paper cupcake liners.
  4. Dissolve the cornstarch in 1/4 cup of the milk; set aside.
  5. In a food processor fitted with a metal blade shred the coconut flakes for 30 seconds.
  6. In a large mixing bowl, stir the eggs and sugar together with a wooden spoon.
  7. One by one, add the cornstarch mixture, remaining milk, coconut, melted butter and lemon extract, stirring well after each addition. (Make sure to stir frequently to keep the coconut well distributed.).
  8. Ladle the custard into the paper cups, filling to 1/4 inch from the top and give it an extra stir.
  9. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until the coconut is nicely toasted.
  10. Cool completely in the tin before serving.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 168.19 Kcal (704 kJ)
Calories from fat 56.38 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6.26g 10%
Cholesterol 62.4mg 21%
Sodium 33.93mg 1%
Potassium 85mg 2%
Total Carbs 26.06g 9%
Sugars 21.23g 85%
Dietary Fiber 0.4g 2%
Protein 2.94g 6%
Iron 0.5mg 3%
Calcium 40.3mg 4%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 234.36 Kcal (981 kJ)
Calories from fat 78.56 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 8.73g 10%
Cholesterol 86.95mg 21%
Sodium 47.28mg 1%
Potassium 118.44mg 2%
Total Carbs 36.32g 9%
Sugars 29.58g 85%
Dietary Fiber 0.56g 2%
Protein 4.1g 6%
Iron 0.6mg 3%
Calcium 56.1mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 3.8
    Points
  • 5
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium

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