Papo de Anjo with a Twist

Ingredients

• 12 egg yolks 12 egg yolks
• 1 cup (200g) sugar 1 cup (200g) sugar
• 1 cup (240ml) water 1 cup (240ml) water
• Zest of 1 lemon Zest of 1 lemon
• Zest of 1 orange Zest of 1 orange
• 1 cinnamon stick 1 cinnamon stick

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 12g, 4g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 30g, 28g
• Protein: 6g
• Fiber: 0g
• Salt: 0.1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a saucepan, combine the sugar, water, lemon zest, orange zest, and cinnamon stick. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves.
2. 2.
   Reduce the heat to low and let the syrup simmer for 10 minutes to infuse the flavors. Remove the cinnamon stick and set the syrup aside to cool.
3. 3.
   In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks until smooth and creamy.
4. 4.
   Slowly pour the cooled syrup into the egg yolks, whisking continuously to prevent curdling.
5. 5.
   Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any lumps or impurities.
6. 6.
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
7. 7.
   Grease a baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
8. 8.
   Pour the strained mixture into the prepared baking dish.
9. 9.
   Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and the center is set.
10. 10.
    Remove from the oven and let it cool completely before serving.
11. 11.
    Serve chilled and enjoy the heavenly flavors of our modern twist on Papo de Anjo.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Egg yolks — Make sure to whisk the egg yolks until they are smooth and creamy to achieve the desired texture in the final dessert.

Tips & Tricks

• For a citrusy twist, you can add a splash of lemon or orange juice to the syrup.
• Serve the Papo de Anjo with a dollop of whipped cream or a sprinkle of powdered sugar for an extra touch of indulgence.
• To make individual servings, pour the mixture into small ramekins before baking.
• Experiment with different citrus fruits for a variety of flavors.
• For a richer taste, you can substitute some of the water in the syrup with orange juice.

Serving advice

Serve the Papo de Anjo chilled to enhance its delicate flavors. Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint or a twist of citrus zest for an elegant presentation.

Presentation advice

Arrange the Papo de Anjo on a decorative platter, allowing the golden hue of the dessert to shine. Dust with powdered sugar for an added touch of elegance.