Pao De-Lo

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 0

Pao De-Lo - A Portuguese cake that's light, airy and delicious

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	10 tablespoons flour
	13 tablespoons sugar
	6 eggs
	2 tablespoons butter

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

8-10

Calories

173

Sugar

22g

Fat

Pao De-Lo is a Portuguese cake that's similar to angel food cake. It's light and airy with a slightly sweet and eggy flavor. Traditionally, the cake is baked in an angel food cake pan with no butter or oil added, resulting in a cake that's lower in fat and calories than other cakes. Pao De-Lo is often served with tea or coffee and is a popular dessert in Portugal and other parts of Europe. Its light texture makes it perfect for summer or as a light dessert after a heavy meal.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.	In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together until pale yellow and frothy (around 10 minutes).
3.	Sift the flour into the egg mixture, whisking gently to combine.
4.	Add the melted butter and whisk to combine.
5.	Pour the batter into an ungreased angel food cake pan with a removable bottom.
6.	Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the cake is golden brown.
7.	Remove from oven and invert the pan onto a wire rack. Let cool completely.
8.	Once cooled, run a knife around the edges of the cake to release and serve.

PROS

This cake is very light and airy, making it perfect for a light dessert or snack.
It’s also easy to make and can be made with simple ingredients.

CONS

The cake can be a bit fragile and may fall apart if not handled carefully.

It’s also high in sugar and not very filling, so it’s best enjoyed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Pao De-Lo is not the healthiest dessert, it does contain eggs which are a good source of protein.
It’s also relatively low in fat compared to other desserts like cakes and pastries.