Tocino Del Cielo

May 23, 2023May 23, 20230 11

Tocino Del Cielo, a sweet and decadent Spanish dessert

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

3 hours

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

	25 egg yolks
	4 cups sugar
	3 cups water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

408

Sugar

81g

Fat

Tocino Del Cielo is a traditional Spanish dessert that is similar to flan but even richer and sweeter. It's made with egg yolks, sugar, and water and is traditionally baked in a flan mold or individual ramekins. The dessert is known for its rich, creamy texture and sweet flavor.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.	In a large bowl, whisk together the egg yolks until smooth.
3.	In a small saucepan, combine the sugar and water and heat over medium heat until the sugar has dissolved.
4.	Slowly pour the sugar syrup into the egg yolks, whisking constantly.
5.	Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve.
6.	Grease a flan mold or individual ramekins with butter.
7.	Pour the mixture into the mold or ramekins.
8.	Cover the mold or ramekins with aluminum foil.
9.	Place the mold or ramekins in a deep baking dish.
10.	Fill the baking dish with hot water until it reaches halfway up the side of the mold or ramekins.
11.	Bake for 45-50 minutes or until set.
12.	Remove from the oven and let cool to room temperature.
13.	Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight.
14.	To serve, loosen the edges of the tocino del cielo with a knife and invert onto a dish.

PROS

Tocino Del Cielo is a sweet and rich dessert that is perfect for those with a sweet tooth.

It’s also gluten-free and dairy-free, making it a great option for those with dietary restrictions.

CONS

This dessert is very sweet and high in sugar, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

It’s also high in calories, which can contribute to weight gain if consumed in excess.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Tocino Del Cielo is not particularly healthy, the egg yolks used in this recipe are a good source of protein and contain essential vitamins and minerals.
They are also high in cholesterol, so it’s important to consume them in moderation as part of a balanced diet.