Pao De Lo De Ovar

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2

Traditional Portuguese Sponge Cake recipe - Pao De Lo De Ovar

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	6 egg yolks
	2 eggs
	100 g sugar
	50 g flour

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

6-8

Calories

220

Sugar

20g

Fat

Pao De Lo De Ovar is a traditional Portuguese dessert hailing from the town of Ovar. This cake is made from a simple recipe that calls for sugar, flour, egg yolks, and whole eggs. It is believed that the cake originated from the 16th century, and it was popularized due to the abundance of eggs in the Aveiro region of Portugal. This cake is considered a delicacy in Portugal and is often served on special occasions like weddings, baptisms, and other family gatherings. The cake's soft and fluffy texture makes it a favorite among all age groups.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 180°C.
2.	Grease a 22 cm diameter cake tin with butter and line the base with parchment paper.
3.	In a bowl, beat the egg yolks and whole eggs until a pale mixture is obtained.
4.	Gradually add the sugar and beat until the mixture is smooth.
5.	Add the flour and mix gently until combined.
6.	Pour the mixture into the prepared tin.
7.	Bake for approximately 28-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the centre of the cake comes out clean.
8.	Allow the cake to cool before removing it from the tin. Serve and enjoy!

PROS

Pao De Lo De Ovar is a deliciously light and spongy cake.
The cake’s recipe enables egg yolks and whole eggs to be used which makes the cake rich in protein and less butter usage makes it a low-fat dessert.

It also has a mouth-watering aroma, and a golden-brown crust, with a moist centre and is perfect to be served with a cup of coffee or tea.

CONS

This dessert has a high sugar content which might not be suitable for individuals who have diabetes or who are trying to watch their sugar intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This cake contains a good amount of protein since it uses whole eggs and egg yolks. Eggs are an excellent source of protein containing all the essential amino acids our body needs. Hence this cake is a healthy dessert option to indulge