Sopa Doirada

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1

Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth with Sopa Doirada

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

25 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

408

Sugar

59g

Fat

15g

Sopa Doirada is a traditional Portuguese dessert that is enjoyed by many around the world. This creamy and sweet dessert is made from caramel and egg yolks, which are baked over white bread slices until golden brown. The simple ingredients used to make this dessert make it a great choice for those in need of a sweet treat without the hassle of complex prep work. The dessert is made by first creating a caramel with sugar and water and then adding butter to the mix. This Caramel is then mixed with egg yolks along with added sugar and poured over bread slices. The dish is then baked in the oven for about 40 minutes and served immediately.

Instructions

1.	Combine 1 cup of sugar and water in a saucepan, cook over medium heat until sugar dissolves.
2.	Continue to heat the mixture until it turns into a caramel, it may take up to 10 minutes.
3.	Add butter into caramel and stir until the butter is melted. Turn off the heat and let it cool.
4.	Preheat the oven to 350°F and place the 2 slices of bread in a baking dish.
5.	Mix the egg yolks, 2 tablespoons of sugar, and the cooled caramel in a bowl.
6.	Pour this mixture slowly over the bread slices.
7.	Pour 1 inch of boiling water into the dish.
8.	Bake for about 40 minutes, or until the top of the Sopa Doirada turns golden brown.

PROS

Satisfy your sugar craving with this delicious dessert.
It only requires a few ingredients and is simple to prepare.
The unique flavor is perfect for impressing guests at dinner parties.

CONS

This dessert is high in sugar and calories, so it should be consumed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dessert is not particularly healthy, it can still provide a rich source of protein from the egg yolks. Egg yolks contain essential vitamins and minerals, including vitamin D, calcium, and iron.
Note that the dessert should be consumed in moderation as it contains a high amount of sugar.

	1 cup sugar
	2 tablespoons sugar
	1/3 cup water
	8 egg yolks
	2 slices white bread
	3 tablespoons butter