Vegan Traditional Queijada

Delight in the timeless flavors of Portugal with a plant-based twist in this Vegan Traditional Queijada recipe. Perfectly creamy and subtly spiced, these dairy-free and egg-free treats capture the essence of the classic queijada while catering to a modern vegan lifestyle. A silky batter made with unsweetened almond milk, coconut cream, and a touch of maple syrup comes together effortlessly, enhanced by the warmth of ground cinnamon and the zesty brightness of fresh lemon zest. Baked to golden perfection, these mini tarts are rich yet light, offering a melt-in-your-mouth texture that’s almost too good to be true. Ready in under an hour and ideal for dessert or an indulgent snack, these queijadas pair beautifully with a sprinkle of cinnamon or powdered sugar. Whether you're vegan or simply looking for a deliciously unique baked good, this recipe is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 240 ml Unsweetened almond milk
• 120 ml Coconut cream
• 100 g Coconut sugar
• 60 ml Maple syrup
• 40 g Cornstarch
• 60 g All-purpose flour
• 2 tsp Vanilla extract
• 1 tsp Ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp Lemon zest
• 2 tbsp Vegan butter (melted)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a muffin tin or small tart pans with a bit of vegan butter to prevent sticking.

Step 2

In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the almond milk, coconut cream, coconut sugar, and maple syrup until the sugar is dissolved.

Step 3

Gradually add the cornstarch and all-purpose flour to the mixture, whisking well to ensure no lumps form.

Step 4

Mix in the vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and lemon zest, ensuring the batter is smooth and well-combined.

Step 5

Fold in the melted vegan butter for richness and a smooth texture.

Step 6

Pour the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin or tart pans, filling each about 3/4 of the way full.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the tops are lightly golden and firm to the touch. A toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean.

Step 8

Allow the queijadas to cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then carefully transfer them to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Serve the queijadas at room temperature or slightly chilled with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon or powdered sugar, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(668.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1646.2

Total Fat 45.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 382.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 304.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.2g	0%
Total Sugars 216.1g
Protein 9.4g	0%

Vitamin D 89.1IU	0%
Calcium 474.2mg	0%
Iron 6.7mg	0%
Potassium 308.9mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 24.5%

Protein: 2.3%

Carbs: 73.2%